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K316 WCK

1993 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

87,859 mi
Last recorded87,859 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2008
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK316 WCK
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2008 87,859 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 87,851 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 81,288 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 81,279 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 74,475 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 74,475 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2005 67,971 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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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K316 WCK is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,389cc 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 K316 WCK, 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 K316 WCK registered?

K316 WCK is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 April 1993.

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