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K188 URN

1993 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,865 mi
Last recorded11,865 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK188 URN
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 11,865 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Steering column universal joint deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 23 May 2020 11,805 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Steering column universal joint deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 22 May 2020 11,805 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust catalytic converter obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Coolant leak ()

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

Steering column universal joint deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2010 11,795 miles

Oil leak

Coolant leak

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 10 Aug 2010 11,795 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 11,791 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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K188 URN is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K188 URN, 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 K188 URN registered?

K188 URN is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 4 January 1993.

Is K188 URN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K188 URN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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