MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,384 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
How Reliable is the Bedford Van?
Based on 956 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F442 JAP is a 1988 Bedford Van in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1988 Bedford Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 56,268 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 F442 JAP, 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 38 years old, this Bedford Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of F442 JAP?
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What year was F442 JAP registered?
F442 JAP is a 1988 Bedford Van, first registered on 1 October 1988.
Is F442 JAP safe to buy?
The MOT history for F442 JAP shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does F442 JAP have outstanding finance?
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