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K109 VJU

1993 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

83,610 mi
Last recorded83,610 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2008
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK109 VJU
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2008 83,610 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 83,610 miles

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

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 10 Oct 2007 82,170 miles

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

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 78,339 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 78,339 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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K109 VJU is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K109 VJU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K109 VJU registered?

K109 VJU is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 8 April 1993.

Is K109 VJU safe to buy?

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