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J957 YWR

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,548 mi
Last recorded120,548 miles
Recorded on9 May 2015
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ957 YWR
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2015 120,548 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 114,004 miles

both front chasis rails corroded.

Fail 11 Apr 2008 113,985 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both front chasis rails corroded.

Pass 22 Sep 2006 10,484 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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J957 YWR is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J957 YWR, 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 J957 YWR registered?

J957 YWR is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J957 YWR safe to buy?

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