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J96 ORJ

1991 Vauxhall Nova

White Diesel 1488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,484 mi
Last recorded99,484 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2006
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ96 ORJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,488cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2006 99,484 miles

slight corrosion too under body of vehicle

Pass 21 Oct 2005 98,520 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 98,517 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

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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J96 ORJ is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J96 ORJ, 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 J96 ORJ registered?

J96 ORJ is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 8 November 1991.

Is J96 ORJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J96 ORJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J96 ORJ have outstanding finance?

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