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F308 PVX

1989 Bedford Astra

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

55,038 mi
Last recorded55,038 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2009
Typical for 1989 Bedford Astra57,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF308 PVX
MakeBedford
ModelAstra
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2009 55,038 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 47,775 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 42,820 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 42,818 miles

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 41,285 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 41,281 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear bumper insecure

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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F308 PVX is a 1989 Bedford Astra in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1989 Bedford Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 57,660 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 Astra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F308 PVX, 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 37 years old, this Bedford Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F308 PVX registered?

F308 PVX is a 1989 Bedford Astra, first registered on 21 February 1989.

Is F308 PVX safe to buy?

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