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D353 DWK

1987 Austin Montego L

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

189,572 mi
Last recorded189,572 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2007
Typical for 1987 Austin Montego L70,437 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD353 DWK
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2007 189,572 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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D353 DWK is a 1987 Austin Montego L in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 D353 DWK, 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 D353 DWK registered?

D353 DWK is a 1987 Austin Montego L, first registered on 12 January 1987.

Is D353 DWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D353 DWK shows 1 test 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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