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E198 YJO

1988 Bedford Midi

White Petrol 1817cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,296 mi
Last recorded75,296 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2006
Typical for 1988 Bedford Midi68,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE198 YJO
MakeBedford
ModelMidi
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,817cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2006 75,296 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 75,289 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

How Reliable is the Bedford Midi?

Based on 5,313 MOT tests across 653 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
1,128
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
653
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 280
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 253
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 250
Brake pipe excessively corroded 234
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 214
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E198 YJO is a 1988 Bedford Midi in White with a 1,817cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Bedford Midi models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 68,386 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 Midi fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 280 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E198 YJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Midi typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 38 years old, this Bedford Midi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E198 YJO registered?

E198 YJO is a 1988 Bedford Midi, first registered on 17 February 1988.

Is E198 YJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E198 YJO shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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