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F813 TRF

1989 Austin Montego L

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

58,404 mi
Last recorded58,404 miles
Recorded on13 May 2009
Typical for 1989 Austin Montego L79,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF813 TRF
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2009 58,404 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 May 2008 58,249 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 58,249 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Pass 9 May 2007 57,629 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 57,629 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Battery insecure

Pass 15 May 2006 57,550 miles

Brake pedal slightly spongy

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

bottom steering column bearing slightly worn

Fail 15 May 2006 57,550 miles

Brake pedal slightly spongy

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

bottom steering column bearing slightly worn

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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F813 TRF is a 1989 Austin Montego L in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F813 TRF, 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 F813 TRF registered?

F813 TRF is a 1989 Austin Montego L, first registered on 14 March 1989.

Is F813 TRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F813 TRF shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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