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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
How Reliable is the Bedford Unknown?
Based on 591 MOT tests across 284 vehicles.
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289 XVG is a 1959 Bedford Unknown in Blue with a 1,507cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
The most common reason a Bedford Unknown fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 289 XVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Bedford Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 67 years old, this Bedford Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of 289 XVG?
You can check the full history of 289 XVG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was 289 XVG registered?
289 XVG is a 1959 Bedford Unknown, first registered on 9 March 1959.
Is 289 XVG safe to buy?
The MOT history for 289 XVG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 289 XVG have outstanding finance?
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