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E697 EBM

1988 Bedford Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

5,676 mi
Last recorded5,676 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1988 Bedford Astra54,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE697 EBM
MakeBedford
ModelAstra
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 5,676 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 4,077 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 2,397 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 101,188 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 99,987 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 98,674 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 97,214 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 95,954 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 May 2016 94,772 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 93,672 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 92,679 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 91,938 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 91,938 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 16 May 2012 91,243 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 24 May 2011 90,636 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2011 90,636 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 89,879 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 89,204 miles

nearside tyre has uneven wear

Pass 3 Jun 2008 88,153 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 88,153 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 87,127 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 87,127 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 85,680 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 85,680 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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E697 EBM is a 1988 Bedford Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1988 Bedford Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 54,664 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 E697 EBM, 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 38 years old, this Bedford Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E697 EBM registered?

E697 EBM is a 1988 Bedford Astra, first registered on 27 May 1988.

Is E697 EBM safe to buy?

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