MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
71,450 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
offside front tyre getting low on outside edges
offside rear tyre perishing & getting low
oil leak
overheating
How Reliable is the Austin Montego L?
Based on 1,348 MOT tests across 318 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F427 WLJ is a 1989 Austin Montego L in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1989 Austin Montego L models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 79,199 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 F427 WLJ, 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 37 years old, this Austin Montego L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of F427 WLJ?
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What year was F427 WLJ registered?
F427 WLJ is a 1989 Austin Montego L, first registered on 30 January 1989.
Is F427 WLJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for F427 WLJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does F427 WLJ have outstanding finance?
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