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K712 UBV

1992 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,220 mi
Last recorded39,220 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK712 UBV
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 39,220 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 39,218 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 17 Dec 2012 36,699 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 36,699 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 35,711 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2010 35,711 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 35,026 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 33,852 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 32,718 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 32,718 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 31,635 miles

n/s cv boot cracking

n/s front flexy hose cracking

n/s front n/s rear and o/s rear tyre wall and treds badly cracking and poor condition

Pass 28 Oct 2005 30,303 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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K712 UBV is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 K712 UBV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K712 UBV registered?

K712 UBV is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 5 November 1992.

Is K712 UBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K712 UBV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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