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J890 DAB

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,804 mi
Last recorded104,804 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2006
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ890 DAB
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2006 104,804 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

surface rust starting to show underneath. Unable to check sills due to body kit

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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J890 DAB is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J890 DAB, 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 J890 DAB registered?

J890 DAB is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 27 September 1991.

Is J890 DAB safe to buy?

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