Austin Montego Hl Auto MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 30 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 60.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Austin Montego Hl Auto MOT Reliability Overview
The Austin Montego Hl Auto is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 30 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 40.0% and a failure rate of 60.0%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Austin Montego Hl Auto earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Austin Montego Hl Auto presents for MOT with approximately 48,692 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Austin Montego Hl Auto is Suspension, affecting 150.0% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Brakes at 66.7%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 46.7%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 173.3% | 52 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 83.3% | 25 |
| 3 | Brakes | 76.7% | 23 |
| 4 | Tyres | 46.7% | 14 |
| 5 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 30.0% | 9 |
| 6 | Driver's View Of The Road | 26.7% | 8 |
| 7 | Visibility | 13.3% | 4 |
| 8 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 10.0% | 3 |
| 9 | Steering | 10.0% | 3 |
| 10 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 6.7% | 2 |
| 11 | Body, Structure And General Items | 6.7% | 2 |
| 12 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 3.3% | 1 |
| 13 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 3.3% | 1 |
| 14 | Non-component Advisories | 3.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 48,692 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 35.60 | 173.3% | 52 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 17.11 | 83.3% | 25 |
| Brakes | 15.75 | 76.7% | 23 |
| Tyres | 9.58 | 46.7% | 14 |
| Visibility | 8.22 | 40.0% | 12 |
| Body & Structure | 7.53 | 36.7% | 11 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 2.05 | 10.0% | 3 |
| Steering | 2.05 | 10.0% | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 1.37 | 6.7% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.68 | 3.3% | 1 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.68 | 3.3% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.68 | 3.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Austin Montego Hl Auto has 48,692 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Austin Montego Hl Auto has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 12.32% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Austin Montego Hl Auto MOT Data
The Austin Montego Hl Auto is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 30 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 40.0% and a failure rate of 60.0%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Austin Montego Hl Auto owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Montego Hl Auto is likely to perform.
Suspension — 150.0% of failures
Suspension issues account for 150.0% of MOT failures on the Austin Montego Hl Auto. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Brakes — 66.7% of failures
Brakes issues account for 66.7% of MOT failures on the Austin Montego Hl Auto. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Tyres — 46.7% of failures
Tyres issues account for 46.7% of MOT failures on the Austin Montego Hl Auto. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Austin Montego Hl Auto?
Based on 30 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Austin Montego Hl Auto has an overall pass rate of 40.0% (60.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Austin Montego Hl Auto?
The top 3 reasons a Austin Montego Hl Auto fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (150.0%), 2. Brakes (66.7%), 3. Tyres (46.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Austin Montego Hl Auto reliable?
With a 60.0% MOT failure rate, the Montego Hl Auto is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Austin Montego Hl Auto?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (150.0%); Brakes (66.7%); Tyres (46.7%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.