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R212 FAW

1998 Vauxhall Monterey

Blue Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

140,659 mi
Last recorded140,659 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Monterey114,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR212 FAW
MakeVauxhall
ModelMonterey
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 140,659 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 126,498 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 126,490 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 May 2012 115,245 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 112,107 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 112,075 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 106,301 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 100,091 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 91,570 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 83,377 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 77,350 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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R212 FAW is a 1998 Vauxhall Monterey in Blue with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R212 FAW, 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 R212 FAW registered?

R212 FAW is a 1998 Vauxhall Monterey, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R212 FAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R212 FAW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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