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F51 OTS

1989 Bedford Van

Red Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,785 mi
Last recorded75,785 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2006
Typical for 1989 Bedford Van31,052 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF51 OTS
MakeBedford
ModelVan
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2006 75,785 miles

steering coupling bush started to crack

various areas of corrosion started

How Reliable is the Bedford Van?

Based on 956 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
1,121
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 165
Brake pipe excessively corroded 61
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 48
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F51 OTS is a 1989 Bedford Van in Red with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Bedford Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 31,052 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F51 OTS, 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 37 years old, this Bedford Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F51 OTS registered?

F51 OTS is a 1989 Bedford Van, first registered on 1 June 1989.

Is F51 OTS safe to buy?

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