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E74 WYB

1988 Austin Montego L

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

19,310 mi
Last recorded19,310 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 1988 Austin Montego L84,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE74 WYB
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1988
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 19,310 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 19,264 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 19,141 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 19,095 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 18,985 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 18,985 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185 65 14 85t (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 18,626 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 17,509 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 17,476 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 17,475 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 17,474 miles

n/s rear sill getting corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2011 17,474 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 17,449 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 17,412 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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E74 WYB is a 1988 Austin Montego L in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1988 Austin Montego L models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 84,720 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 E74 WYB, 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 38 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 E74 WYB registered?

E74 WYB is a 1988 Austin Montego L, first registered on 17 May 1988.

Is E74 WYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E74 WYB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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