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VX08 HMF

2008 Montesa Cota 4RT

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 2008 Montesa Cota 4RT72 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Montesa
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 HMF
MakeMontesa
ModelCota 4RT
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 1 miles

to be used during daylight hours only

Pass 13 Jun 2013

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Only to used during daylight hours,and not to be used at times of seriously reduced visibilitiy.

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Only to be used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced times of visibility

Fail 7 Apr 2011

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Only to be used during daylight hours and not to be used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 7 Apr 2011

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Only to be used during daylight hours and not to be used at times of seriously reduced visibility

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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VX08 HMF is a 2008 Montesa Cota 4RT in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Montesa Cota 4RT fails its MOT is horn missing, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX08 HMF, 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 VX08 HMF?

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What year was VX08 HMF registered?

VX08 HMF is a 2008 Montesa Cota 4RT, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is VX08 HMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 HMF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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