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F147 FEA

1989 Bedford Van

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,194 mi
Last recorded85,194 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2006
Typical for 1989 Bedford Van31,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF147 FEA
MakeBedford
ModelVan
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2006 85,194 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 85,194 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

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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F147 FEA is a 1989 Bedford Van in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Bedford Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 31,052 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 F147 FEA, 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 37 years old, this Bedford Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F147 FEA registered?

F147 FEA is a 1989 Bedford Van, first registered on 10 February 1989.

Is F147 FEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F147 FEA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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