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J118 FGP

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,409 mi
Last recorded84,409 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2009
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ118 FGP
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2009 84,409 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight corrosion in nearside and offside door lower panels

Pass 20 Apr 2009 84,409 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight corrosion in nearside and offside door lower panels

Pass 13 May 2008 82,812 miles

Advise corrosion to crossmember and rear and front chassis

Advise offside front brake flexy hose perished

Advise slight leak on offside front cv gaiter

Pass 12 May 2007 81,230 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 79,009 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 79,004 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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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J118 FGP is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 58,649 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 J118 FGP, 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 34 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 J118 FGP registered?

J118 FGP is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 7 May 1992.

Is J118 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J118 FGP shows 6 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.

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