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F87 JHR

1989 Bedford Midi

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

104,113 mi
Last recorded104,113 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 1989 Bedford Midi78,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF87 JHR
MakeBedford
ModelMidi
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 104,113 miles

o/s rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 27 Apr 2016 97,694 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 93,020 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 89,606 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 88,231 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 88,231 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 86,124 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Mar 2012 86,124 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside inner sill/panels corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2011 84,630 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 84,630 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 83,735 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 83,734 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 82,174 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 82,174 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Bedford Midi?

Based on 5,313 MOT tests across 653 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
1,128
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
653
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 280
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 253
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 250
Brake pipe excessively corroded 234
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 214
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F87 JHR is a 1989 Bedford Midi in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1989 Bedford Midi models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 78,328 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 Midi fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 280 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F87 JHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Midi typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 37 years old, this Bedford Midi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F87 JHR registered?

F87 JHR is a 1989 Bedford Midi, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F87 JHR safe to buy?

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