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E208 BWC

1987 Austin Montego L

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,347 mi
Last recorded23,347 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2006
Typical for 1987 Austin Montego L70,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE208 BWC
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2006 23,347 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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E208 BWC is a 1987 Austin Montego L in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Austin Montego L models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 70,437 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 E208 BWC, 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 39 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 E208 BWC registered?

E208 BWC is a 1987 Austin Montego L, first registered on 4 September 1987.

Is E208 BWC safe to buy?

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