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C847 PPJ

1985 Bedford Astra

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

96,292 mi
Last recorded96,292 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2006
Typical for 1985 Bedford Astra46,385 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC847 PPJ
MakeBedford
ModelAstra
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 Mar 2006 96,292 miles

Front Brake valve damaged (3.6.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.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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C847 PPJ is a 1985 Bedford Astra in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1985 Bedford Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.2% with a typical mileage of 46,385 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 C847 PPJ, 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 41 years old, this Bedford Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C847 PPJ registered?

C847 PPJ is a 1985 Bedford Astra, first registered on 11 September 1985.

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