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Vauxhall Nova

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,598 cc

K93 RLHMOT history

K93 RLH is a red petrol Vauxhall Nova first used on 2 Mar 1993. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 118,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
118,246 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K93 RLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Nova
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
2 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K93 RLH was last recorded at 118,246 miles on 14 Mar 2025, 589 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jul 2014: 6,227 miles, lower than 99,741 miles on 28 Mar 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
117,657 miles · 23 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
589 miles
Average per year
2,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,246 miles
  • 2022 – 117,657 miles
  • 2021 – 17,657 miles
  • 2020 – 16,891 miles
  • 2018 – 15,971 miles
  • 2017 – 14,682 miles
  • 2016 – 13,453 miles
  • 2014 – 6,227 miles
  • 2013 – 99,741 miles
  • 2012 – 83,148 miles
  • 2011 – 73,497 miles
  • 2010 – 70,779 miles
  • 2009 – 69,811 miles
  • 2008 – 68,453 miles
  • 2007 – 67,324 miles
  • 2006 – 66,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corner

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Indicator tell-tale inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    448304123388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass118,246 miles (+589)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    118,246 miles
    Test number
    771229139753
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass117,657 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    117,657 miles
    Test number
    725596036890
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corner (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail117,657 miles (+100,000)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,657 miles
    Test number
    389817491673
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corner (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass17,657 miles (+766)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    17,657 miles
    Test number
    184895189492
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint between flexi and centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass16,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    16,891 miles
    Test number
    637830984545
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bearing dust cap missing
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  7. Fail16,891 miles (+920)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,891 miles
    Test number
    461335735520
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bearing dust cap missing
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  8. Pass15,971 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    15,971 miles
    Test number
    517686066021
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy loader than standard but not excessive (8.1.1 (a))

  9. Fail15,971 miles (+1,289)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,971 miles
    Test number
    457239042602
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy loader than standard but not excessive (8.1.1 (a))

  10. Pass14,682 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    14,682 miles
    Test number
    996783463254
    • AdvisoryE.m.l light on
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail14,682 miles (+1,229)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,682 miles
    Test number
    515590072866
    • Repaired at testFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryE.m.l light on
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass13,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    13,453 miles
    Test number
    819035480422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail13,453 miles (+7,226)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,453 miles
    Test number
    696759489427
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low

  14. Pass6,227 miles (-93,514)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    6,227 miles
    Test number
    857259004204
    • NoteAll shockers close to tyres// been lowerd

  15. Pass99,741 miles (+16,593)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    99,741 miles
    Test number
    568477383089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,148 miles (+9,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    83,148 miles
    Test number
    455000992026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass73,497 miles (+2,718)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,497 miles
    Test number
    325009661044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,779 miles (+968)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,779 miles
    Test number
    400621340000
    • NoteMinor corrosion to nearside rear arch
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass69,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    69,811 miles
    Test number
    622327739030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,811 miles (+1,358)2 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,811 miles
    Test number
    751405039019
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  21. Pass68,453 miles (+1,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    68,453 miles
    Test number
    701897938068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass67,324 miles (+912)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    67,324 miles
    Test number
    750089337017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass66,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    66,412 miles
    Test number
    722019236011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K93 RLH

Does K93 RLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K93 RLH is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K93 RLH?
The MOT on K93 RLH is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K93 RLH done?
K93 RLH was recorded at 118,246 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2025, an average of 2,715 miles a year.
Has K93 RLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K93 RLH has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on K93 RLH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jul 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K93 RLH find?
K93 RLH passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 4 more.

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