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D243 CLN

1987 Austin Montego L

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

59,642 mi
Last recorded59,642 miles
Recorded on8 May 2009
Typical for 1987 Austin Montego L70,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD243 CLN
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2009 59,642 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 8 May 2009 59,642 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 57,951 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 55,898 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 55,895 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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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D243 CLN is a 1987 Austin Montego L in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1987 Austin Montego L models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 70,437 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D243 CLN, 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 39 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 D243 CLN registered?

D243 CLN is a 1987 Austin Montego L, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is D243 CLN safe to buy?

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