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R398 LNV

1998 Vauxhall Monterey

Blue Petrol 3165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,184 mi
Last recorded60,184 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Monterey114,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR398 LNV
MakeVauxhall
ModelMonterey
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,165cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2014 60,184 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Underbody Surface Corrosion

Pass 21 Aug 2013 47,393 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

corrosion to underside

rear tyre perising and close to wear markers recommend changing

Pass 17 Sep 2012 46,320 miles

Oil leak

rear tyres perishing

suspension corroding

Fail 14 Sep 2012 46,318 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Oil leak

rear tyres perishing

suspension corroding

Pass 3 Aug 2011 44,475 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 44,069 miles

slight stain on n/s rear shock absorber

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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R398 LNV is a 1998 Vauxhall Monterey in Blue with a 3,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R398 LNV, 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 R398 LNV registered?

R398 LNV is a 1998 Vauxhall Monterey, first registered on 3 June 1998.

Is R398 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R398 LNV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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