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F229 EEW

1989 Bedford Midi

White Petrol 1817cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,853 mi
Last recorded71,853 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1989 Bedford Midi78,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF229 EEW
MakeBedford
ModelMidi
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,817cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 71,853 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges

n/s rear shock absorber leaking

rear exhaust box holed

rear shock absorber top mount bushes worn

Pass 2 Aug 2016 62,231 miles

Rear shock absorber top mounts worn/perished

Fail 1 Aug 2016 62,231 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear shock absorber top mounts worn/perished

Pass 25 Jul 2015 50,320 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 48,133 miles

Metal parts of front brake pipes starting to rust

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 44,573 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Midi?

Based on 5,313 MOT tests across 653 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
1,128
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
653
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 280
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 253
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 250
Brake pipe excessively corroded 234
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 214
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F229 EEW is a 1989 Bedford Midi in White with a 1,817cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Bedford Midi models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 78,328 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Midi fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 280 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F229 EEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Midi typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 37 years old, this Bedford Midi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F229 EEW registered?

F229 EEW is a 1989 Bedford Midi, first registered on 21 June 1989.

Is F229 EEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F229 EEW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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