Rover Montego
Registered from 1993 to 1994.
What fails its inspection
Great Britain's MOT record for the 1994 2.0 diesel. 3 of 21 tests failed.
| Where | Share of failures | Failed tests |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 100% | 3 |
| Body and structure | 33% | 1 |
| Seat belts and airbags | 33% | 1 |
| Steering | 33% | 1 |
| Visibility | 33% | 1 |
The defects inspectors cite
- The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired
- A statutory seat belt missing
- A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- Fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap
- Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
- Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
Before you buy one
Built from what this car fails on, not from general knowledge of the model.
- Suspension — 100% of its failures
- The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired
- A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- Steering — 33% of its failures
- Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
- Body and structure — 33% of its failures
- The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired
- Seat belts and airbags — 33% of its failures
- A statutory seat belt missing
- Visibility — 33% of its failures
- Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
- Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen