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G83 XFH

1989 Bedford 99 170

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,480 mi
Last recorded80,480 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2006
Typical for 1989 Bedford 99 17065,641 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG83 XFH
MakeBedford
Model99 170
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2006 80,480 miles

radiator weak core

Fail 12 Oct 2006 80,480 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

radiator weak core

How Reliable is the Bedford 99 170?

Based on 1,585 MOT tests across 297 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
1,686
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
297
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 203
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 119
fog lamp not working 85
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 69
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
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G83 XFH is a 1989 Bedford 99 170 in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Bedford 99 170 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 65,641 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 99 170 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 203 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G83 XFH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford 99 170 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Bedford 99 170 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G83 XFH registered?

G83 XFH is a 1989 Bedford 99 170, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G83 XFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G83 XFH shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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