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K942 VPA

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Silver Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,813 mi
Last recorded28,813 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK942 VPA
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 28,813 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 28,796 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 28,678 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 28,427 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2013 28,113 miles

both front brake hoses perished

engine oil leak

general rust underneath

osr wheel arch corroded

Fail 11 Jul 2013 28,113 miles

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

both front brake hoses perished

engine oil leak

general rust underneath

osr wheel arch corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2011 27,644 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front flexi hoses slightly perished

rear brakes imbalanced

Pass 28 Jul 2010 27,459 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 27,205 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 27,075 miles

front brake discs slightly rusty due to lack of use

Fail 7 Aug 2007 27,072 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 27,072 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 26,618 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 26,618 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

wiper blades splitting

Pass 12 Aug 2005 25,435 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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K942 VPA is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Silver with a 1,196cc 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 K942 VPA, 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 K942 VPA registered?

K942 VPA is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 24 August 1992.

Is K942 VPA safe to buy?

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