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R463 AKN

1997 Vauxhall Monterey

Red Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

210,011 mi
Last recorded210,011 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Monterey120,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR463 AKN
MakeVauxhall
ModelMonterey
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 210,011 miles

slight underside corrosion

Pass 10 Sep 2016 209,986 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 202,013 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 197,538 miles

Rear brake discs pitted

Pass 23 Aug 2013 197,016 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 192,234 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 188,073 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 182,350 miles

Brake pipes painted, unable to perform full inspection

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 178,433 miles

Brake pipes greased, unable to perform full inspection

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 174,782 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Oct 2008 174,761 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2007 166,828 miles

two very rear seats not fitted at test

Fail 12 Nov 2007 166,828 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

two very rear seats not fitted at test

Fail 6 Nov 2006 155,999 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 155,999 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 4 Nov 2005 136,181 miles

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

all brake pipes heavily greased

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 4 Nov 2005 136,181 miles

all brake pipes heavily greased

slight play in both front wheel bearings

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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R463 AKN is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey in Red with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R463 AKN, 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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R463 AKN is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey, first registered on 22 November 1997.

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