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F672 YVV

1989 Austin Montego L

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

132,968 mi
Last recorded132,968 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2007
Typical for 1989 Austin Montego L79,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF672 YVV
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2007 132,968 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 132,968 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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F672 YVV is a 1989 Austin Montego L in White 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 F672 YVV, 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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What year was F672 YVV registered?

F672 YVV is a 1989 Austin Montego L, first registered on 13 March 1989.

Is F672 YVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F672 YVV 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.

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