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K253 NGP

1993 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

41,365 mi
Last recorded41,365 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK253 NGP
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2024 41,365 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 40,367 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 40,259 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 40,117 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 39,581 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 38,980 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 May 2014 38,940 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 38,940 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 16 May 2014 38,927 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres cracking / starting to split

offside front outer cv gaiter perished

slight front brake judder (discs poor condition)

various areas of corrosion under vehicle

Pass 15 May 2013 38,841 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 38,303 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 37,747 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 37,046 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 36,120 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 35,195 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 33,839 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 32,747 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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K253 NGP is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 K253 NGP, 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

How do I check the history of K253 NGP?

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What year was K253 NGP registered?

K253 NGP is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 25 May 1993.

Is K253 NGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K253 NGP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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