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G264 RTN

1989 Austin Montego L

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

123,704 mi
Last recorded123,704 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2005
Typical for 1989 Austin Montego L79,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG264 RTN
MakeAustin
ModelMontego L
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Oct 2005 123,704 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

both rear shock absorber top spring cups are corroded

nearside front headlight has hole in

nearside front shock absorber is leaking oil

nearside front wheel arch is corroded

nearside rear door handle is missing

offside front lndicator lense is broken

offside front wheel arch is corroded

slight play in offside front shock absorber

Fail 19 Oct 2005 123,704 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

both rear shock absorber, top spring cups are corroded

corrosion to nearside front wheel arch

corrosion to offside front wheel arch

nearside front headlight has hole in

nearside front shock absorber is leaking oil

nearside rear door handle is missing

offside front indicator lense is broken

slight play in offside front shock absorber

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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G264 RTN 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 0%.

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 G264 RTN, 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 G264 RTN registered?

G264 RTN is a 1989 Austin Montego L, first registered on 26 October 1989.

Is G264 RTN safe to buy?

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