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R778 LDY

1997 Vauxhall Monterey

Green Diesel 3059cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

197,400 mi
Last recorded197,400 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Monterey120,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR778 LDY
MakeVauxhall
ModelMonterey
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,059cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 197,400 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 194,647 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 191,375 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 185,362 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 177,672 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 169,350 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 159,141 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 149,740 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 149,740 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 142,098 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 132,750 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 123,371 miles

both front shock absorbers slightly damp

both front wheel bearings slight play

centre exhaust box slight blow

front number plate starting to discolour

offside rear lower light lense small crack

offside rear tyre getting close to legal limit

second row of rear seats not in use at time of test

slight oil leak from engine

small stone chips in front windscreen

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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R778 LDY is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey in Green with a 3,059cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R778 LDY, 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 R778 LDY registered?

R778 LDY is a 1997 Vauxhall Monterey, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R778 LDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R778 LDY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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