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J181 JEU

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Purple Petrol 1367cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,030 mi
Last recorded29,030 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2012
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ181 JEU
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,367cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2012 29,030 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 29,763 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 29,763 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

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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J181 JEU is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Purple with a 1,367cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 J181 JEU, 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 J181 JEU registered?

J181 JEU is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 6 May 1992.

Is J181 JEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J181 JEU 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.

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