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K785 UCX

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,903 mi
Last recorded59,903 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK785 UCX
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Nov 2015 59,903 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill at centre (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 56,693 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 54,043 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 53,788 miles

NSF NSR OSR tyres cracking on sidewalls

Slight corrosion around both rear wheel arches

Pass 26 Oct 2011 52,772 miles

slight corrosion to offside rear wheel arch

Pass 13 Oct 2010 52,127 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 51,429 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 51,429 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 50,554 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 50,554 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 49,727 miles

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

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

battery insecure

Pass 14 Nov 2006 48,925 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2006 48,925 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2005 47,942 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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K785 UCX is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 K785 UCX, 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 K785 UCX registered?

K785 UCX is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 26 November 1992.

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