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R556 EAE

1997 Vauxhall Monterey

Silver Diesel 3095cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

195,273 mi
Last recorded195,273 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Monterey120,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 EAE
MakeVauxhall
ModelMonterey
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,095cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 195,273 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 190,538 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Middle inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 184,511 miles

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gerbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 176,046 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated and offside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 170,949 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 170,949 miles

Offside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 166,209 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 160,630 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 146,883 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 140,564 miles

both rear tyres wearing slightly on inner and outer edges

Pass 2 Jul 2014 134,639 miles

Nearside front brake binding slightly

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 126,941 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2012 120,643 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 114,101 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 108,135 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 100,303 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 92,450 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 83,917 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 76,415 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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R556 EAE is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey in Silver with a 3,095cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R556 EAE, 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 R556 EAE registered?

R556 EAE is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R556 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R556 EAE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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