Austin Montego Mayfair Efi (1987)
1987 Austin Montego Mayfair Efi
CarHunch analysed 1,351 real MOT records for the 1987 Austin Montego Mayfair Efi. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1987 Austin Montego Mayfair EFI has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 0.3%, compared to the UK average of 80%—these cars are failing their tests at an extraordinary rate, making them deeply unreliable by modern standards. No dangerous defects were recorded across 1,351 vehicles, which is the only bright spot in an otherwise concerning picture.
With a median mileage of 92,682 miles for a 37-year-old car, these Montegos are typical survivors from the era, but the zero average failures and advisories per vehicle suggests the MOT database is capturing only a tiny snapshot of actively tested examples—likely the last cars still roadworthy enough to present for inspection. If you're considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist in 1980s British Leyland vehicles, as the statistics reflect a model that has barely aged well and will require serious mechanical commitment.
What to check before buying a 1987 Austin Montego Mayfair Efi
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 1,349 | 0.3% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1987 Austin Montego Mayfair Efi vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1987 Austin Montego Mayfair Efi vehicles fall between 91,743 and 95,438 miles.
MOT History Averages
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