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SN08 GYF

2008 Montesa Cota 4RT

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Montesa Cota 4RT72 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 GYF
MakeMontesa
ModelCota 4RT
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025

day use only

Pass 13 Apr 2023

day use only

Fail 13 Apr 2023

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

day use only

Pass 18 Mar 2022

OFF ROAD DESIGN - DAYTIME USE ONLY - NO LIGHTS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 5 Apr 2019
Pass 2 May 2018

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Apr 2017

No lights fitted at time of test.

Pass 19 Apr 2016

No lights fitted at time of test.

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2014
Pass 6 Apr 2011

How Reliable is the Montesa Cota 4RT?

Based on 852 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
128
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn missing 10
Tyre is unsuitable 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 5
Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical 4
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SN08 GYF is a 2008 Montesa Cota 4RT in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 Montesa Cota 4RT models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 72 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Montesa Cota 4RT fails its MOT is horn missing, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN08 GYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Montesa Cota 4RT typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Montesa Cota 4RT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SN08 GYF?

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What year was SN08 GYF registered?

SN08 GYF is a 2008 Montesa Cota 4RT, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is SN08 GYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 GYF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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