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J973 KLV

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,106 mi
Last recorded89,106 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ973 KLV
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 89,106 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 88,942 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 88,823 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 88,817 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 88,751 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 88,664 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 88,516 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 88,170 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 88,170 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 16 Sep 2013 88,129 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 86,284 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 23 Jan 2007 86,284 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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J973 KLV is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 J973 KLV, 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 J973 KLV registered?

J973 KLV is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J973 KLV safe to buy?

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