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K678 LAP

1992 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,784 mi
Last recorded69,784 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2009
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK678 LAP
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2009 69,784 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 69,784 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 67,230 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2007 61,874 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 61,874 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 57,585 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 57,585 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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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K678 LAP is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 58,649 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 K678 LAP, 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 34 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K678 LAP registered?

K678 LAP is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 14 August 1992.

Is K678 LAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K678 LAP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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