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K853 SKL

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Red Diesel 1698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

66,646 mi
Last recorded66,646 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK853 SKL
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 66,646 miles

Rear seats removed

Roll cage fitted in vehicle

Pass 1 Feb 2025 66,642 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weeping (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Rear seats removed - No rear seat belts - unable to test operation

Roll Cage installed on vehicle

Pass 2 Feb 2024 66,426 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Front Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Roll Cage installed - No rear seats unable to test belts as not present

Fail 27 Jan 2024 66,426 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Central Rear Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Front Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Roll Cage installed - No rear seats unable to test belts as not present

Pass 6 Apr 2017
Pass 25 Jan 2016 98,216 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015

N/S SILL HAS SLIGHT CORROSION O/S SILL HAS SLIGHT CORROSION

NO REAR SEATS OR SEAT BELTS FITTED VEHICLE IS MODIFIED AND FITTED WITH A ROLL CAGE

NON STANDARD ENGINE FITTED

Pass 19 May 2014

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

no mileage shown

no rear seats or seat belts fitted vehicle is modified and fitted with roll cage

non standard engine fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2012 84,226 miles

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

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

vehicle heavily modified, oil leak from engine

Pass 8 Jun 2011 8,422 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Dec 2009 89,529 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 79,042 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 75,647 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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K853 SKL is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 K853 SKL, 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 K853 SKL registered?

K853 SKL is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 30 November 1992.

Is K853 SKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K853 SKL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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