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K452 HWW

1993 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

77,232 mi
Last recorded77,232 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2006
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK452 HWW
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2006 77,232 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

corrosion in non prescribed areas ... underside of vehicle ... n/s front inner wing ... n/s front bulkhead to inner wing !!!

exhaust fouling rear bumper

extensive welding carried out all over vehicle !!

n/s rear tyre wearing on outer edge

nail in tyre

oil leak

suspension has limited ammount of travel due to lowering springs

vehicle suspension modified allowing all 4 roadsprings to move when jacked

Fail 4 Mar 2006 77,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

corrosion in non prescribed areas ... underside of vehicle ... n/s front inner wing ... n/s front bulkhead to inner wing !!!

exhaust fouling rear bumper

extensive welding carried out all over vehicle !!

n/s rear tyre wearing on outer edge

nail in tyre

oil leak

suspension has limited ammount of travel due to lowering springs

vehicle suspension modified allowing all 4 roadsprings to move when jacked

Fail 2 Mar 2006 77,195 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

nail in tyre

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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K452 HWW is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 K452 HWW, 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 K452 HWW registered?

K452 HWW is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 27 January 1993.

Is K452 HWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K452 HWW shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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