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P274 HUX

1997 Vauxhall Monterey

Green Diesel 3099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

262,466 mi
Last recorded262,466 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2016
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Monterey120,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP274 HUX
MakeVauxhall
ModelMonterey
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,099cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2016 262,466 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded upto front flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 249,699 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 22 Jan 2015 249,699 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 238,924 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 229,279 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 218,684 miles

o/slower ball joint dust cover split

Pass 25 Jan 2011 208,448 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 195,736 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 180,765 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 180,765 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 165,707 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 148,015 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 147,859 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Monterey?

Based on 37,821 MOT tests across 4,011 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
4,011
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,634
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,471
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,397
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
position lamp(s) not working 1,273
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P274 HUX is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey in Green with a 3,099cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Monterey models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 120,660 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Monterey fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,634 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P274 HUX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Monterey typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Vauxhall Monterey is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P274 HUX registered?

P274 HUX is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P274 HUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P274 HUX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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