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D139 OBM

1986 Bedford Astra

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,908 mi
Last recorded36,908 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2009
Typical for 1986 Bedford Astra72,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD139 OBM
MakeBedford
ModelAstra
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2009 36,908 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 2 Jan 2008

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 24,384 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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D139 OBM is a 1986 Bedford Astra in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D139 OBM, 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 D139 OBM registered?

D139 OBM is a 1986 Bedford Astra, first registered on 20 October 1986.

Is D139 OBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D139 OBM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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