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K388 VFP

1993 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,266 mi
Last recorded87,266 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK388 VFP
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 87,266 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 100,108 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 100,108 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 87,226 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 87,257 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 87,257 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 86,986 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 86,626 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 86,626 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is stiff in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is stiff in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 89,123 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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K388 VFP is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K388 VFP, 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 K388 VFP registered?

K388 VFP is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 18 May 1993.

Is K388 VFP safe to buy?

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