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F320 STP

1989 Bedford Astra

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

63,260 mi
Last recorded63,260 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 1989 Bedford Astra57,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF320 STP
MakeBedford
ModelAstra
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 63,260 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 63,260 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 63,153 miles

centre exhaust rubber broken

Pass 2 Nov 2022 63,153 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 71,919 miles

Exhaust corroded

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 57,715 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 57,597 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 56,648 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 56,215 miles

Oil leak

both o-s tyres starting to show signs of perishing

Pass 7 Mar 2013 55,694 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 54,579 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 51,046 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 48,836 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 48,557 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 48,194 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 47,654 miles

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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F320 STP is a 1989 Bedford Astra in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F320 STP, 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 F320 STP registered?

F320 STP is a 1989 Bedford Astra, first registered on 3 May 1989.

Is F320 STP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F320 STP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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