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M306 SYD

1994 Rover Montego

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2012
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

181,964 mi
Last recorded181,964 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2011
Typical for 1994 Rover Montego117,082 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM306 SYD
MakeRover
ModelMontego
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2011 181,964 miles

Battery not secure

N/S screen washer poor

N/S/F brake flexy in poor condition

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake metal pipes slightly corroded

Fail 13 Dec 2011 181,964 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Battery not secure

Hand brake travel slightly long

N/S screen washer poor

N/S/F brake flexy in poor condition

O/S track rod end rubber gater split

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake metal pipes slightly corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2010 167,134 miles

Corrosion to O/S outer sill

Corrosion to both rear metal brake pipes

Front number plate in poor condition

N/S headlamp beam pattern poor

N/S/F flexy brake hose in poor condition

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

O/S/F outer C/V boot in poor condition

Play in both rear wheel bearings

Fail 27 Nov 2010 167,131 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Corrosion to O/S outer sill

Corrosion to both rear metal brake pipes

Front number plate in poor condition

N/S headlamp beam pattern poor

N/S/F flexy brake hose in poor condition

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

O/S/F outer C/V boot in poor condition

Play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 24 Oct 2009 158,611 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 158,609 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 153,424 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 153,424 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 136,761 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 136,761 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

1/handbrake travel high †2/slight leak from power steering system †3/play in both rear wheel bearings †4/engine oil leaks

Pass 20 Oct 2006 127,909 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 127,909 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Rover Montego?

Based on 15,359 MOT tests across 3,882 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
3,142
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
3,882
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,787
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,469
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,015
constant velocity joint gaiter split 965
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 820
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M306 SYD is a 1994 Rover Montego in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Rover Montego models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 117,082 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 Rover Montego fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,787 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M306 SYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Montego typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 32 years old, this Rover Montego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M306 SYD registered?

M306 SYD is a 1994 Rover Montego, first registered on 18 August 1994.

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