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E232 MPO

1988 Bedford Van

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,290 mi
Last recorded92,290 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2009
Typical for 1988 Bedford Van56,268 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE232 MPO
MakeBedford
ModelVan
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2009 92,290 miles

both rear inner sills have been welded

n/s/f step has been welded and has slight corrosion.

o/s/f has been welded

slight play in steering idler

Pass 16 Feb 2008 83,607 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres getting low

Fail 13 Feb 2008 83,591 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres getting low

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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E232 MPO is a 1988 Bedford Van in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E232 MPO, 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 E232 MPO registered?

E232 MPO is a 1988 Bedford Van, first registered on 8 June 1988.

Is E232 MPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E232 MPO shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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