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K874 AHG

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,001 mi
Last recorded37,001 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK874 AHG
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 37,001 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear service brake results low may require adjustment or repair

Fail 7 May 2024 36,999 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high manual adjuster working but not adjusting down far enough... (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high manual adjuster inop..... (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative manual adjuster inop (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear service brake results low may require adjustment or repair

Pass 23 Mar 2023 36,798 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 36,599 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 34,963 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside rear outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2012 31,417 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 24,794 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 18,776 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 16,139 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 16,137 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 13,763 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 13,755 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007 13,755 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 11,232 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 9,692 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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K874 AHG is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 K874 AHG, 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 K874 AHG registered?

K874 AHG is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 25 September 1992.

Is K874 AHG safe to buy?

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