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OFH 514W

1981 Montesa Cota

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3 mi
Last recorded3 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFH 514W
MakeMontesa
ModelCota
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2016 3 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Chain guard missing ()

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

no light fitted at time of test ONLY to be used during daylight hours

Pass 23 Feb 2015

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test

only to be used during daylight hours

Pass 28 Feb 2014

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

How Reliable is the Montesa Cota?

Based on 282 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
48
Miles/Year
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling 4
Horn missing 3
Horn not working 3
Wheel spoke excessively loose 3
Tyre has ply or cord exposed 3
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OFH 514W is a 1981 Montesa Cota in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Montesa Cota fails its MOT is wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFH 514W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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How do I check the history of OFH 514W?

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What year was OFH 514W registered?

OFH 514W is a 1981 Montesa Cota, first registered on 2 February 1981.

Is OFH 514W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFH 514W 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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