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K977 AEW

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

50,037 mi
Last recorded50,037 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK977 AEW
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 50,037 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 50,035 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 45,310 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 35,043 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 32,859 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2019 32,847 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 32,569 miles

outer sills getting weak

Pass 20 Sep 2017 32,200 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 31,887 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 31,587 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 31,360 miles

vehicle in good condition

Pass 21 Sep 2013 30,991 miles

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 13 Sep 2012 30,681 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 30,058 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 30,034 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)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 29,407 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 28,800 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 28,052 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 27,505 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 26,798 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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K977 AEW is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 K977 AEW, 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 K977 AEW registered?

K977 AEW is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 25 September 1992.

Is K977 AEW safe to buy?

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