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E836 SDW

1988 Bedford Van

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,443 mi
Last recorded52,443 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2006
Typical for 1988 Bedford Van56,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE836 SDW
MakeBedford
ModelVan
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2006 52,443 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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E836 SDW is a 1988 Bedford Van in Red 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 E836 SDW, 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 E836 SDW registered?

E836 SDW is a 1988 Bedford Van, first registered on 13 January 1988.

Is E836 SDW safe to buy?

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