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K818 KNJ

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Black Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,914 mi
Last recorded94,914 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2008
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK818 KNJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2008 94,914 miles

n/s rear wing corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2007 86,242 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 86,241 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 78,016 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 74,408 miles

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

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

surface rust on rear inner wheel arch panels around coil spring top mounts.front inner arch panels.

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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K818 KNJ is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Black with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K818 KNJ, 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 K818 KNJ registered?

K818 KNJ is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 2 October 1992.

Is K818 KNJ safe to buy?

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