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J975 DWV

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

94,278 mi
Last recorded94,278 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ975 DWV
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 94,278 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 87,129 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 80,072 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 71,877 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 63,679 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 63,672 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 57,931 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all 4 tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 27 Nov 2013 52,360 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

hazard light switch sticky

rear coil spring mounts corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2012 49,996 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 49,909 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 48,126 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 38,959 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 38,934 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 36,541 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 36,537 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2005 33,804 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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J975 DWV is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J975 DWV, 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 J975 DWV registered?

J975 DWV is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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