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J196 REA

1992 Vauxhall Belmont

Blue Diesel 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

99,848 mi
Last recorded99,848 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ196 REA
MakeVauxhall
ModelBelmont
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2005 99,848 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2005 99,848 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

nsr tyre worn on edges

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Belmont?

Based on 10,647 MOT tests across 2,724 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
2,080
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,751
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,361
constant velocity joint gaiter split 632
Brake pipe excessively corroded 607
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 473
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J196 REA is a 1992 Vauxhall Belmont in Blue with a 1,699cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Belmont fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,751 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J196 REA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Belmont typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 34 years old, this Vauxhall Belmont is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J196 REA registered?

J196 REA is a 1992 Vauxhall Belmont, first registered on 29 May 1992.

Is J196 REA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J196 REA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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