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C643 DWT

1986 Bedford Astra

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

37,565 mi
Last recorded37,565 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2006
Typical for 1986 Bedford Astra72,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC643 DWT
MakeBedford
ModelAstra
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2006 37,565 miles

Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Bedford Astra?

Based on 1,112 MOT tests across 330 vehicles.

62.2%
Pass Rate
2,033
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
330
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 271
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 146
Brake pipe excessively corroded 103
constant velocity joint gaiter split 70
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 54
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C643 DWT is a 1986 Bedford Astra in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1986 Bedford Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 55.2% with a typical mileage of 72,011 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Bedford Astra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C643 DWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Bedford Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C643 DWT registered?

C643 DWT is a 1986 Bedford Astra, first registered on 14 March 1986.

Is C643 DWT safe to buy?

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