Bedford Astra 9 Td A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Bedford Astra 9 Td A reliable? We analysed 473 real MOT tests across 139 vehicles to find out.
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The Bedford Astra 9 Td A is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded and vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Bedford Astra 9 Td A.
Bedford Astra 9 Td A Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Bedford Astra 9 Td A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Bedford Astra 9 Td A MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Bedford Astra 9 Td A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Bedford Astra 9 Td A Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Bedford Astra 9 Td A fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Bedford Astra 9 Td A Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Bedford Astra 9 Td A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Bedford Astra 9 Td A MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Bedford Astra 9 Td A year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 180 | 63.9% | 16,710 | 32,680 | 73,286 |
| 1989 | 292 | 62.0% | 24,362 | 57,872 | 80,839 |
How Long Does a Bedford Astra 9 Td A Last?
Based on 139 Bedford Astra 9 Td A vehicles on UK roads.
Bedford Astra 9 Td A Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Bedford Astra 9 Td A 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 Bedford Astra 9 Td A
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
63.9% MOT pass rate from 180 tests
62.0% MOT pass rate from 292 tests
The best year to buy a used Bedford Astra 9 Td A is 1990, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 63.9% across 180 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Bedford Astra 9 Td A Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Astra 9 Td A THIS CAR | 62.8% | 473 | 52,615 mi | 37 yrs |
| Bedford Rascal | 67.1% | 15,670 | 60,580 mi | 40 yrs |
| Bedford Cf | 66.6% | 12,420 | 60,401 mi | 56 yrs |
| Bedford Midi | 66.7% | 5,313 | 69,482 mi | 47 yrs |
| Triumph Speedtwin | 93% | 528 | 11,573 mi | 67 yrs |
Compared to the Bedford Rascal (67.1% pass rate) and the Bedford Cf (66.6% pass rate), the Bedford Astra 9 Td A trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Bedford Astra 9 Td A has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.8% across 473 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Bedford Astra 9 Td A are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (114 recorded failures), seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (51), and vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (35). 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 Bedford Astra 9 Td A owner drives around 2,019 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 Bedford Astra 9 Td A models stay on UK roads for around 37 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.