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R463 XTW

1997 Vauxhall Monterey

Red Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

128,819 mi
Last recorded128,819 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Monterey120,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 128,819 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2026 128,802 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 127,419 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 126,985 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 126,915 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 126,915 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 126,168 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 126,144 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 126,127 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 126,012 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 125,747 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 125,104 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2016 125,104 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 123,735 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 122,163 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 120,246 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 118,175 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 118,175 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 115,687 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2011 115,687 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 111,674 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 107,967 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 107,967 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 103,545 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front number plate damaged just to standard

Pass 5 Nov 2007 100,248 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 96,379 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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R463 XTW is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey in Red with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XTW, 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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What year was R463 XTW registered?

R463 XTW is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R463 XTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R463 XTW shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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