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K256 OWP

1993 Vauxhall Nova

Silver Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

46,758 mi
Last recorded46,758 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2010
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK256 OWP
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Oct 2010 46,758 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 46,758 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 43,020 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 43,020 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 May 2008 39,234 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 39,224 miles

Centre Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

C/O TEST ABORTED CAR BOILED DURING TEST

Pass 5 Jun 2007 35,729 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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K256 OWP is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in Silver with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K256 OWP, 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.

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What year was K256 OWP registered?

K256 OWP is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 April 1993.

Is K256 OWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K256 OWP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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