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E737 KFH

1988 Austin Montego L

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

74,673 mi
Last recorded74,673 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2009
Typical for 1988 Austin Montego L84,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE737 KFH
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2009 74,673 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Slight play in front strut tops.

Sump slightly damaged.

Tyre size different front to rear.

Fail 30 Nov 2009 74,673 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Slight play in front strut tops.

Sump slightly damaged.

Tyre size different front to rear.

Pass 27 Nov 2008 73,909 miles

Both registration plates slightly deteriorated.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside front tyre sidewall starting to bulge,not yet bad enough to fail.

Poor cold starting and running.

Sump slightly damaged and corroded.

Fail 25 Nov 2008 73,908 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both registration plates slightly deteriorated.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Poor cold starting and running.

Sump slightly damaged and corroded.

Pass 29 Nov 2007 72,737 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 71,650 miles

Advise slight play lower steering column bush.

Fail 12 Dec 2006 71,650 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Advise corrosionn/s/f bulk head.Advise ignition key worn thin.

Pass 19 Dec 2005 708,296 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 70,829 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

both no plate discoloured

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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E737 KFH is a 1988 Austin Montego L in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1988 Austin Montego L models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 84,720 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 E737 KFH, 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 38 years old, this Austin Montego L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E737 KFH is a 1988 Austin Montego L, first registered on 1 January 1988.

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