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FY03 XBL

2003 Montesa Cota

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 XBL
MakeMontesa
ModelCota
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017

Central Front NO LIGHTS FITTED AT TEST

Central Rear NO LIGHTS FITTED AT TEST

Offside Rear DISC PADS POOR FIT IN CALIPER

Fail 27 May 2017

Offside Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2006
Fail 6 Sep 2006

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

No lights fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Montesa Cota?

Based on 282 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
48
Miles/Year
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling 4
Horn missing 3
Horn not working 3
Wheel spoke excessively loose 3
Tyre has ply or cord exposed 3
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FY03 XBL is a 2003 Montesa Cota in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Montesa Cota fails its MOT is wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY03 XBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY03 XBL?

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What year was FY03 XBL registered?

FY03 XBL is a 2003 Montesa Cota, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is FY03 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 XBL shows 4 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 FY03 XBL have outstanding finance?

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