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D579 JMC

1986 Austin Montego L

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2008
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,283 mi
Last recorded53,283 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2007
Typical for 1986 Austin Montego L67,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD579 JMC
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2007 53,283 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 53,283 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 53,283 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 53,059 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 52,862 miles

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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D579 JMC is a 1986 Austin Montego L in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D579 JMC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D579 JMC registered?

D579 JMC is a 1986 Austin Montego L, first registered on 22 August 1986.

Is D579 JMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D579 JMC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D579 JMC have outstanding finance?

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