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K236 VFD

1993 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,168 mi
Last recorded82,168 miles
Recorded on25 May 2011
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Nova59,677 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK236 VFD
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2011 82,168 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 80,940 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 27 Feb 2010 80,931 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 79,177 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust slight deterioration

slight wheel bearing noises

structure rusty in places

Fail 17 Dec 2007 75,151 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

disc pads cannot be seen properly

exhaust rusty

Pass 17 Dec 2007 75,151 miles

disc pads cannot be seen properly

exhaust rusty

Pass 22 Dec 2006 73,507 miles

hand brake cables rusty

disc pads cannot be seen properly

front exhaust rusty

offside front chassis very rusty by front roll bar mounting

Pass 20 Dec 2005 70,140 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 70,140 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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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K236 VFD is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 K236 VFD, 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 K236 VFD registered?

K236 VFD is a 1993 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 19 January 1993.

Is K236 VFD safe to buy?

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