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H242 SKY

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Silver Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,472 mi
Last recorded26,472 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2007
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH242 SKY
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2007 26,472 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2006 26,456 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Nov 2005 23,051 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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H242 SKY is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Silver with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 H242 SKY, 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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How do I check the history of H242 SKY?

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What year was H242 SKY registered?

H242 SKY is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 25 January 1991.

Is H242 SKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H242 SKY 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.

Does H242 SKY have outstanding finance?

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