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K105 VPR

1993 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

53,146 mi
Last recorded53,146 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK105 VPR
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 53,146 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 50,785 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2024 50,771 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 47,416 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS AND OS SILLS CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 44,226 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Upper inner wing/body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Upper inner wing/body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Slight noise also (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 39,921 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 36,765 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 36,092 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

vehicle has been lowered

vehicle has been modified

vehicle has slight corrosion under body and sills and arches

Pass 29 Oct 2016 25,478 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear (4.1.E.1)

vehicle has been lowered

vehicle has been modified

Pass 9 Oct 2015 16,458 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 16,458 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower corner corroded

Offside Rear Lower corner heavily corroded and holed

Offside Rear flexible brake hose ferrule ends thinned

Pass 10 Feb 2015 16,194 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 16,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 15,316 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 15,316 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2013 15,291 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 12,928 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Jan 2012 12,928 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 9,279 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 5,418 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 990 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 97,038 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 92,647 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2006 88,762 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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K105 VPR is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1993 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 59,677 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 K105 VPR, 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 33 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K105 VPR registered?

K105 VPR is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 12 February 1993.

Is K105 VPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K105 VPR shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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