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J883 OGS

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,726 mi
Last recorded136,726 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2015
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ883 OGS
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2015 136,726 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 136,672 miles

floar area has corrosion but cant determind extent because ot underseal

Fail 18 Jun 2013 136,672 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

floar area has corrosion but cant determind extent because ot underseal

Pass 6 Apr 2012 104,352 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 104,351 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Vehicle Identification Number not legible (6.3.5.a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine /gearbox oil leak

osf strut top mount worn

Pass 18 Apr 2011 101,958 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 97,842 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 88,651 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

O/S front arch corroded.

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2005 77,861 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Nova?

Based on 165,951 MOT tests across 38,339 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
1,993
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
38,339
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 31,003
constant velocity joint gaiter split 11,176
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,049
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,696
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,685
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J883 OGS is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1991 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 57,339 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Nova fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 31,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J883 OGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Nova typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 35 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J883 OGS registered?

J883 OGS is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 21 November 1991.

Is J883 OGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J883 OGS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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