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R42 PNP

1997 Vauxhall Monterey

Green Petrol 3165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

165,352 mi
Last recorded165,352 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Monterey120,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR42 PNP
MakeVauxhall
ModelMonterey
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,165cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2014 165,352 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

all tyres close on edges and starting to crack on sidewalls

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in both rear d bushes

two front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode

various oil leaks

Fail 23 Jan 2014 165,352 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all tyres close on edges and starting to crack on sidewalls

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in both rear d bushes

two front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode

various oil leaks

Pass 7 Jan 2013 151,229 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Jan 2013 151,229 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 137,834 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 13 Jan 2011 128,606 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 128,606 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 117,764 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 117,764 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 108,622 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 99,518 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 99,518 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 19 Dec 2006 88,144 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 19 Dec 2006 88,144 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front number plate starting to deteriorate

Fail 7 Jan 2006 74,205 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2006 74,205 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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R42 PNP is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey in Green with a 3,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R42 PNP, 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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R42 PNP is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey, first registered on 13 October 1997.

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