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J33 AYS

1993 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

137 mi
Last recorded137 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ33 AYS
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 137 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 82 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 53 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 23 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 56,269 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 55,714 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 55,714 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

All tyres perishing

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 55,049 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 55,049 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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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J33 AYS is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1993 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 59,677 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 J33 AYS, 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 33 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J33 AYS registered?

J33 AYS is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 19 February 1993.

Is J33 AYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J33 AYS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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