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P526 FHC

1997 Vauxhall Monterey

Blue Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2015
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

234,430 mi
Last recorded234,430 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Monterey120,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP526 FHC
MakeVauxhall
ModelMonterey
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2014 234,430 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 215,785 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 207,183 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 193,482 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 174,462 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 154,490 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 138,800 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 121,017 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 103,227 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 87,022 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Monterey?

Based on 37,821 MOT tests across 4,011 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
4,011
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,634
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,471
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,397
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
position lamp(s) not working 1,273
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P526 FHC is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey in Blue with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Monterey models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 120,660 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Monterey fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,634 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P526 FHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Monterey typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Vauxhall Monterey is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P526 FHC registered?

P526 FHC is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P526 FHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P526 FHC shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P526 FHC have outstanding finance?

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