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F823 SLC

1989 Austin Montego L

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

83,435 mi
Last recorded83,435 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2006
Typical for 1989 Austin Montego L79,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF823 SLC
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Nov 2006 83,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion evident on underbody and upper body

o/s head light lens chipped

oil leaks

Pass 20 Sep 2005 72,455 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2005 72,407 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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F823 SLC is a 1989 Austin Montego L in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 F823 SLC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F823 SLC registered?

F823 SLC is a 1989 Austin Montego L, first registered on 18 April 1989.

Is F823 SLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F823 SLC shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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