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F311 MCJ

1989 Austin Montego Hl

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,896 mi
Last recorded79,896 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF311 MCJ
MakeAustin
ModelMontego Hl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Feb 2008 79,896 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2007 79,197 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 78,639 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Montego Hl?

Based on 484 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 21
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 19
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 17
constant velocity joint gaiter split 13
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F311 MCJ is a 1989 Austin Montego Hl in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Austin Montego Hl fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F311 MCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Montego Hl typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Montego Hl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F311 MCJ registered?

F311 MCJ is a 1989 Austin Montego Hl, first registered on 22 March 1989.

Is F311 MCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F311 MCJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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