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F21 VFR

1988 Austin Montego L

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

64,371 mi
Last recorded64,371 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2005
Typical for 1988 Austin Montego L84,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF21 VFR
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2005 64,371 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

hand brake cable starting to corrode no wires broken or exsesively weakened

Fail 22 Nov 2005 64,371 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

hand brake cable starting to corrode no wires broken or exsesively weakened

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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F21 VFR is a 1988 Austin Montego L in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 F21 VFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F21 VFR registered?

F21 VFR is a 1988 Austin Montego L, first registered on 1 December 1988.

Is F21 VFR safe to buy?

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