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G38 KEW

1989 Rover Montego

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,432 mi
Last recorded49,432 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Rover Montego68,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG38 KEW
MakeRover
ModelMontego
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 49,432 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 49,422 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 48,913 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 48,455 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 47,434 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 46,846 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 46,756 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 46,430 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 46,405 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 45,845 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 44,294 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 44,294 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 43,765 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 43,765 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 43,248 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Montego?

Based on 15,359 MOT tests across 3,882 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
3,142
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
3,882
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,787
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,469
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,015
constant velocity joint gaiter split 965
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 820
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G38 KEW is a 1989 Rover Montego in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 Rover Montego models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 68,494 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Montego fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G38 KEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Montego typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Rover Montego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G38 KEW?

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What year was G38 KEW registered?

G38 KEW is a 1989 Rover Montego, first registered on 9 October 1989.

Is G38 KEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G38 KEW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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