MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,370 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Both sides front outer cv gaiters covered in grease but no signs of splits or damage
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Both sides outer cv gaiters covered in grease but no signs of splits or damaged
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Bedford Astramax?
Based on 541 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F480 FKU is a 1989 Bedford Astramax in Blue with a 1,699cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1989 Bedford Astramax models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 42,471 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 Astramax fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F480 FKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Bedford Astramax typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Bedford Astramax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was F480 FKU registered?
F480 FKU is a 1989 Bedford Astramax, first registered on 2 May 1989.
Is F480 FKU safe to buy?
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