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J886 LLU

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Silver Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

42,313 mi
Last recorded42,313 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ886 LLU
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 42,313 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 41,928 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 41,374 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 41,359 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2015 40,742 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 May 2014 40,217 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 39,807 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 39,129 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2012 39,129 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 38,415 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 37,718 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 May 2010 37,718 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2009 36,897 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 May 2008 36,124 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 34,584 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 33,369 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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J886 LLU is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Silver with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 J886 LLU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J886 LLU registered?

J886 LLU is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 29 October 1991.

Is J886 LLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J886 LLU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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