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B322 SNX

1985 Austin Montego L

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,862 mi
Last recorded31,862 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 1985 Austin Montego L53,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB322 SNX
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 31,862 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 30,845 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 29,504 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 29,048 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 28,265 miles

This is an observation and does not require attention: Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted.

Pass 14 Apr 2010 27,305 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

This is an observation and does not require attention: Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted.

Fail 14 Apr 2010 27,305 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

This is an observation and does not require attention: Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted.

Pass 29 Sep 2008 27,112 miles

front registration plate deteriorating

rise performance of front brakes is just acceptable

Fail 26 Sep 2008 27,107 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

front registration plate deteriorating

rise performance of front brakes is just acceptable

Pass 3 Oct 2007 26,990 miles

front registration plate deteriorating

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 1 Oct 2007 26,990 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

front registration plate deteriorating

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Apr 2006 25,813 miles

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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B322 SNX is a 1985 Austin Montego L in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Austin Montego L models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 53,800 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 B322 SNX, 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 41 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 B322 SNX registered?

B322 SNX is a 1985 Austin Montego L, first registered on 23 May 1985.

Is B322 SNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B322 SNX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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