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G316 APF

1989 Austin Montego L

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,890 mi
Last recorded74,890 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2008
Typical for 1989 Austin Montego L79,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG316 APF
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2008 74,890 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear bumper insecure

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

front and rear sections repaired

Pass 21 Feb 2007 71,814 miles

pervious advisorys still apply

Fail 21 Feb 2007 71,810 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Near side rear tyre, side wall in poor condition

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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G316 APF is a 1989 Austin Montego L in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Austin Montego L models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 79,199 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 G316 APF, 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 37 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 G316 APF registered?

G316 APF is a 1989 Austin Montego L, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G316 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G316 APF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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