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K285 BPY

1993 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Diesel 1488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

8,981 mi
Last recorded8,981 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK285 BPY
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,488cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 8,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

coated in underseal

Pass 24 Aug 2022 4,232 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

underside of vehicle undersealed

Fail 24 Aug 2022 4,225 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 2 Aug 2021 3,353 miles

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 13 Jun 2019 2,801 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 20,666 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 2,012 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 97,897 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 93,900 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 90,514 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 86,998 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 83,051 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 79,094 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 75,497 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 68,627 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 64,377 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 60,681 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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K285 BPY is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 K285 BPY, 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 K285 BPY registered?

K285 BPY is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 16 February 1993.

Is K285 BPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K285 BPY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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