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F996 FYC

1989 Austin Montego L

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

37,788 mi
Last recorded37,788 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 1989 Austin Montego L79,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF996 FYC
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Fail 15 Oct 2024 37,788 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 37,785 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 37,779 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 37,773 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 37,760 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 37,753 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 37,749 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 15 Mar 2018 37,749 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Mar 2017 37,743 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 37,733 miles

both sill starting to corrode

oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2015 37,694 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 37,687 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 37,615 miles

oil leaks from engine

starting to get corrosion on rear of o/s/ sill

Pass 21 Mar 2013 37,567 miles

oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2012 36,983 miles

Brake pad warning light on.

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

Clutch worn.

Oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2011 36,096 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 35,252 miles

n/s/r tyre slight flat spot

o/s/f/strut top mounting some play

Pass 18 Mar 2009 34,699 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 34,699 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 33,758 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2008 33,746 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 32,600 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 31,508 miles

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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F996 FYC is a 1989 Austin Montego L in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F996 FYC, 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 F996 FYC registered?

F996 FYC is a 1989 Austin Montego L, first registered on 30 March 1989.

Is F996 FYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F996 FYC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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