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F285 TDG

1989 Bedford 99 170

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

485 mi
Last recorded485 miles
Recorded on26 May 2005
Typical for 1989 Bedford 99 17065,641 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF285 TDG
MakeBedford
Model99 170
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 May 2005 485 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Bedford 99 170?

Based on 1,585 MOT tests across 297 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
1,686
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
297
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 203
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 119
fog lamp not working 85
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 69
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
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F285 TDG is a 1989 Bedford 99 170 in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Bedford 99 170 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 65,641 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford 99 170 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 203 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F285 TDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford 99 170 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Bedford 99 170 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F285 TDG registered?

F285 TDG is a 1989 Bedford 99 170, first registered on 30 March 1989.

Is F285 TDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F285 TDG 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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