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G221 FNY

1989 Bedford Astra 9 Td A

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

86,378 mi
Last recorded86,378 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2008
Typical for 1989 Bedford Astra 9 Td A57,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG221 FNY
MakeBedford
ModelAstra 9 Td A
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2008 86,378 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

n/s outer sill becoming weak at rear

Pass 3 Jul 2007 85,984 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 85,981 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 84,754 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 84,754 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

How Reliable is the Bedford Astra 9 Td A?

Based on 473 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

62.8%
Pass Rate
2,019
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 114
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 35
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 35
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30
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G221 FNY is a 1989 Bedford Astra 9 Td A in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Bedford Astra 9 Td A models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 57,872 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 Astra 9 Td A fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G221 FNY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Astra 9 Td A typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Bedford Astra 9 Td A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G221 FNY registered?

G221 FNY is a 1989 Bedford Astra 9 Td A, first registered on 10 August 1989.

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