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R119 APU

1998 Vauxhall Monterey

Blue Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

239,070 mi
Last recorded239,070 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Monterey114,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR119 APU
MakeVauxhall
ModelMonterey
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Dec 2020 239,070 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting member from side to body (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underside of vehicle very muddy and wet at time of test

Pass 18 Apr 2019 224,326 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 215,242 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 202,548 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 192,165 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 185,698 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 179,416 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 171,732 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 160,987 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 151,458 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 147,102 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 141,445 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 133,863 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 124,805 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 120,022 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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R119 APU is a 1998 Vauxhall Monterey in Blue with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Monterey models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 114,946 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 R119 APU, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Monterey is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R119 APU registered?

R119 APU is a 1998 Vauxhall Monterey, first registered on 23 February 1998.

Is R119 APU safe to buy?

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