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G996 PVO

1990 Bedford Astramax

Red Diesel 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,381 mi
Last recorded25,381 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Bedford Astramax36,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG996 PVO
MakeBedford
ModelAstramax
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,699cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 25,381 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 25,192 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flange joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 25,052 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 24,911 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 24,160 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2022 24,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2010 24,151 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 23,964 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 16,234 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Astramax?

Based on 541 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
1,957
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 78
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 67
constant velocity joint gaiter split 39
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
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G996 PVO is a 1990 Bedford Astramax in Red with a 1,699cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1990 Bedford Astramax models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 36,112 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Astramax fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G996 PVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Astramax typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 36 years old, this Bedford Astramax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G996 PVO registered?

G996 PVO is a 1990 Bedford Astramax, first registered on 9 March 1990.

Is G996 PVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G996 PVO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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