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D47 FFX

1986 Austin Montego L

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2008
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

59,755 mi
Last recorded59,755 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2008
Typical for 1986 Austin Montego L67,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD47 FFX
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Dec 2008 59,755 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 59,164 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 59,149 miles

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

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 58,753 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 58,753 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

minor exaust blow †corrosion starting in rear sills

Pass 21 Nov 2005 58,298 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 58,298 miles

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

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

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

rear number plate in poor condition

How Reliable is the Austin Montego L?

Based on 1,348 MOT tests across 318 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
886
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
318
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 228
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 108
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 48
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 44
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D47 FFX is a 1986 Austin Montego L in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1986 Austin Montego L models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 67,302 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 Austin Montego L fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 228 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D47 FFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Montego L typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Austin Montego L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D47 FFX registered?

D47 FFX is a 1986 Austin Montego L, first registered on 11 September 1986.

Is D47 FFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D47 FFX shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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