VAUXHALL MONTEREY (1998)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 166 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
65%
Total Tests (2024)
166
Avg Mileage
161,177 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,250
Is the 1998 VAUXHALL MONTEREY reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 17 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the VAUXHALL brand average of 84%.
At 26 years old, 65% of VAUXHALL MONTEREYs from 1998 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 166 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 161,177 miles.
How does the 1998 VAUXHALL MONTEREY compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1998 VAUXHALL MONTEREY has 161,177 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 192,400 miles for a 26-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 1998 VAUXHALL MONTEREY cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 1998 VAUXHALL MONTEREY
The 1998 VAUXHALL MONTEREY is a performance with a 3095cc diesel engine. 166 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 92% of 1998 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 161,177 miles at 26 years old, VAUXHALL MONTEREY owners drive about as much as the UK average.
1998 VAUXHALL MONTEREY Fuel Costs
The 3095cc diesel engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.
What does it cost to own a 1998 VAUXHALL MONTEREY?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,250 (£188/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 65% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
VAUXHALL MONTEREY Reliability Trend
The VAUXHALL MONTEREY has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 1998 VAUXHALL MONTEREY
At 26 years old, the VAUXHALL MONTEREY is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.
Alternatives to the 1998 VAUXHALL MONTEREY
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (1999) 77% pass rate (+12%) from 1,266 tests
- MITSUBISHI SHOGUN (1999) 77% pass rate (+12%) from 892 tests
- DAIHATSU FOURTRAK (1998) 71% pass rate (+6%) from 852 tests
- TOYOTA LANDCRUISER (1998) 71% pass rate (+6%) from 813 tests