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K744 ACF

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,945 mi
Last recorded72,945 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2015
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK744 ACF
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2015 72,945 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

doors and arches rusty

slight perishing to both front brake hoses

Pass 31 Jan 2014 72,568 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 72,561 miles

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

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

dooras and arches rusty

Pass 20 Feb 2013 72,244 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 72,240 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

hazard switch needs attention

Pass 21 Feb 2012 71,626 miles

arches and sills rusty

Fail 21 Feb 2012 71,618 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

arches and sills rusty

Pass 22 Feb 2011 70,525 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 70,525 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

osr arch heavy rust

Pass 24 Feb 2010 69,258 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

heavy rust rear arches /clutch slipping /heavy rust osr outer sill

Pass 24 Feb 2009 67,069 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 67,065 miles

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

heavy rust os rear wheel arch

Pass 1 Feb 2008 63,986 miles

heavy rust osr wheel arch

Pass 21 Feb 2007 61,191 miles

slight rust ns inner wing and rear arches

Pass 25 Feb 2006 57,369 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body 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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K744 ACF is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 K744 ACF, 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 K744 ACF registered?

K744 ACF is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 28 August 1992.

Is K744 ACF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K744 ACF shows 15 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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