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R29 OFR

1997 Vauxhall Monterey

Silver Diesel 3095cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,811 mi
Last recorded171,811 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Monterey120,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 OFR
MakeVauxhall
ModelMonterey
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,095cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2009 171,811 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 163,691 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 156,400 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 147,813 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 143,662 miles

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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R29 OFR is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey in Silver with a 3,095cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R29 OFR, 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 R29 OFR registered?

R29 OFR is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey, first registered on 17 October 1997.

Is R29 OFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R29 OFR shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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