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E638 VNA

1988 Bedford Van

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,512 mi
Last recorded54,512 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2005
Typical for 1988 Bedford Van56,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE638 VNA
MakeBedford
ModelVan
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2005 54,512 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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E638 VNA is a 1988 Bedford Van in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E638 VNA, 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 E638 VNA registered?

E638 VNA is a 1988 Bedford Van, first registered on 4 January 1988.

Is E638 VNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E638 VNA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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