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D770 VJR

1987 Austin Montego Hl

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,889 mi
Last recorded94,889 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2008
Typical for 1987 Austin Montego Hl84,037 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD770 VJR
MakeAustin
ModelMontego Hl
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2008 94,889 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 94,394 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 94,394 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 92,862 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Montego Hl?

Based on 484 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 21
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 19
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 17
constant velocity joint gaiter split 13
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D770 VJR is a 1987 Austin Montego Hl in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Austin Montego Hl models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 84,037 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 Hl fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D770 VJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Montego Hl typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Montego Hl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D770 VJR registered?

D770 VJR is a 1987 Austin Montego Hl, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is D770 VJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D770 VJR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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