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E858 SAX

1987 Austin Montego L

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,017 mi
Last recorded85,017 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2007
Typical for 1987 Austin Montego L70,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE858 SAX
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Aug 2007 85,017 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 85,017 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 84,152 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 82,542 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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E858 SAX is a 1987 Austin Montego L in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E858 SAX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E858 SAX registered?

E858 SAX is a 1987 Austin Montego L, first registered on 1 December 1987.

Is E858 SAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E858 SAX shows 4 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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