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F299 MVJ

1989 Rover Montego

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

53,023 mi
Last recorded53,023 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2014
Typical for 1989 Rover Montego68,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF299 MVJ
MakeRover
ModelMontego
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2014 53,023 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

surface corrsoion to rear arches inside and outer, n/s/f outer arch, both o/s/r & n/s/r outer sills

Fail 15 Apr 2013 52,503 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 52,503 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 51,978 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 51,978 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 51,021 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 51,020 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 49,854 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 49,854 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Apr 2009 48,620 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 48,619 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 46,972 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 45,208 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 43,495 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Montego?

Based on 15,359 MOT tests across 3,882 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
3,142
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
3,882
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,787
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,469
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,015
constant velocity joint gaiter split 965
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 820
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F299 MVJ is a 1989 Rover Montego in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1989 Rover Montego models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 68,494 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 Rover Montego fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F299 MVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Montego typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Rover Montego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F299 MVJ registered?

F299 MVJ is a 1989 Rover Montego, first registered on 27 April 1989.

Is F299 MVJ safe to buy?

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