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G878 XLH

1989 Bedford Van

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

30,660 mi
Last recorded30,660 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 1989 Bedford Van31,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG878 XLH
MakeBedford
ModelVan
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 30,660 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 30,563 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 30,563 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 30,325 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 30,325 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

off-side rear tyre has cracks on outer sidewalls both front tyres have cracks on outer side walls

Pass 12 Oct 2010 29,853 miles

corrosion to inner door step sills

Fail 12 Oct 2010 29,853 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

corrosion to inner door step sills

Pass 1 Oct 2009 29,518 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front tyres cracks on sidewalls

rear wheel archs rusty

Pass 6 Feb 2008 28,550 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Feb 2008 28,550 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 26,355 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 24,272 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 24,267 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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G878 XLH is a 1989 Bedford Van in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 G878 XLH, 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 G878 XLH registered?

G878 XLH is a 1989 Bedford Van, first registered on 15 August 1989.

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