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K42 CAJ

1993 Vauxhall Nova

Red Diesel 1488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,942 mi
Last recorded17,942 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2009
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK42 CAJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,488cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2009 17,942 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 10,369 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 2,686 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 91,304 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2006 91,304 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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K42 CAJ is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 K42 CAJ, 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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How do I check the history of K42 CAJ?

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What year was K42 CAJ registered?

K42 CAJ is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 12 March 1993.

Is K42 CAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K42 CAJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K42 CAJ have outstanding finance?

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