Beauford Tourer Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Beauford Tourer reliable? We analysed 1,605 real MOT tests across 104 vehicles to find out.
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The Beauford Tourer is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, steering rack gaiter split and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Beauford Tourer.
Beauford Tourer Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Beauford Tourer. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Beauford Tourer MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Beauford Tourer to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Beauford Tourer Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Beauford Tourer fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Beauford Tourer Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Beauford Tourer owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Beauford Tourer MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Beauford Tourer year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 70 | 72.9% | 12,778 | 19,453 | 82,159 |
| 1992 | 50 | 84.0% | 1,396 | 11,614 | 16,992 |
| 1989 | 51 | 86.3% | 6,622 | 12,004 | 17,393 |
| 1982 | 194 | 84.5% | 10,591 | 18,224 | 38,253 |
| 1981 | 234 | 87.2% | 8,701 | 15,815 | 21,748 |
| 1980 | 199 | 84.9% | 9,559 | 15,334 | 29,000 |
| 1979 | 79 | 83.5% | 19,018 | 23,225 | 55,524 |
| 1978 | 95 | 85.3% | 21,994 | 25,559 | 34,041 |
| 1977 | 59 | 93.2% | 21,208 | 25,581 | 31,732 |
How Long Does a Beauford Tourer Last?
Based on 104 Beauford Tourer vehicles on UK roads.
Beauford Tourer Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Beauford Tourer MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Beauford Tourer
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.2% MOT pass rate from 59 tests
72.9% MOT pass rate from 70 tests
The best year to buy a used Beauford Tourer is 1977, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.2% across 59 tests. The 1993 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Beauford Tourer Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beauford Tourer THIS CAR | 85.4% | 1,605 | 16,042 mi | 49 yrs |
| Nissan Micra Acenta Ig-t | 91.5% | 635 | 29,764 mi | — yrs |
| Hyundai I30 SE Blue Drive | 92.7% | 493 | 46,944 mi | — yrs |
| Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI | 80% | 524 | 134,200 mi | — yrs |
| Derbi Atlantis | 78.5% | 1,849 | 10,422 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra Acenta Ig-t (91.5% pass rate) and the Hyundai I30 SE Blue Drive (92.7% pass rate), the Beauford Tourer trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Beauford TourerShould you buy a used Beauford Tourer?
The Beauford Tourer has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.4% across 1,605 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Beauford Tourer are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (22 recorded failures), steering rack gaiter split (15), and position lamp(s) not working (14). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Beauford Tourer owner drives around 698 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Beauford Tourer models stay on UK roads for around 49 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.