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D581 UJK

1987 Austin Montego L

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

135,726 mi
Last recorded135,726 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2009
Typical for 1987 Austin Montego L70,437 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD581 UJK
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2009 135,726 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrected emmisions

o/s/r inner side light dim

Fail 16 Jun 2008 133,720 miles

Battery insecure

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 133,720 miles

Battery insecure

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 132,021 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 132,021 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 129,186 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 129,133 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Play in o/s steering rack.

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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D581 UJK is a 1987 Austin Montego L in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 D581 UJK, 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 D581 UJK registered?

D581 UJK is a 1987 Austin Montego L, first registered on 4 March 1987.

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