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E210 CGS

1988 Bedford Van

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

48,951 mi
Last recorded48,951 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2007
Typical for 1988 Bedford Van56,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE210 CGS
MakeBedford
ModelVan
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2007 48,951 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Inner Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 38,505 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Van?

Based on 956 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
1,121
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 165
Brake pipe excessively corroded 61
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 48
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E210 CGS is a 1988 Bedford Van in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Bedford Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 56,268 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 Van fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 165 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E210 CGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Van typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Bedford Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E210 CGS registered?

E210 CGS is a 1988 Bedford Van, first registered on 28 June 1988.

Is E210 CGS safe to buy?

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