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G308 PAP

1989 Bedford Astra

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,395 mi
Last recorded19,395 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2006
Typical for 1989 Bedford Astra57,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG308 PAP
MakeBedford
ModelAstra
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2006 19,395 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 19,389 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

slight leak on O/S/F suspension leg

Pass 28 Sep 2005 13,429 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 13,429 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

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

repair and exhaust blow on exhaust †oil leak on o/s/ front suspension leg???

How Reliable is the Bedford Astra?

Based on 1,112 MOT tests across 330 vehicles.

62.2%
Pass Rate
2,033
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
330
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 271
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 146
Brake pipe excessively corroded 103
constant velocity joint gaiter split 70
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 54
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G308 PAP is a 1989 Bedford Astra in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Bedford Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 57,660 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 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G308 PAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 37 years old, this Bedford Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G308 PAP registered?

G308 PAP is a 1989 Bedford Astra, first registered on 1 November 1989.

Is G308 PAP safe to buy?

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