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C745 CHU

1986 Bedford Astra

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

93,613 mi
Last recorded93,613 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2007
Typical for 1986 Bedford Astra72,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC745 CHU
MakeBedford
ModelAstra
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2007 93,613 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 93,613 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 90,480 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 90,480 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jul 2005 860,164 miles

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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C745 CHU is a 1986 Bedford Astra in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C745 CHU, 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 C745 CHU registered?

C745 CHU is a 1986 Bedford Astra, first registered on 1 April 1986.

Is C745 CHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C745 CHU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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