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K501 CVV

1993 Vauxhall Nova

Red Diesel 1488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

20,863 mi
Last recorded20,863 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK501 CVV
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,488cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 20,863 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 17,849 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 14,335 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 7,042 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 92,663 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both offside and nearside front inner wings slightly corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2013 90,911 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Feb 2013 90,910 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 88,353 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2012 88,326 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 86,314 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front seats slightly loose.

Pass 19 Feb 2010 83,858 miles

Both rear sill/arches started to corrode

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Slight corrosion on OSF chassis

Slight corrosion on OSF chassis to inner wing

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 18 Feb 2010 83,858 miles

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Both rear sill/arches started to corrode

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

NSF wheel bearing slight noise

NSR wheel bearing slight noise

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Slight corrosion on OSF chassis

Slight corrosion on OSF chassis to inner wing

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 81,165 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 81,165 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 79,064 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 79,053 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 75,140 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 68,105 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 68,105 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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K501 CVV is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 K501 CVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K501 CVV?

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What year was K501 CVV registered?

K501 CVV is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 19 February 1993.

Is K501 CVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K501 CVV shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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