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E393 DHJ

1988 Bedford Astramax

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

18,254 mi
Last recorded18,254 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 1988 Bedford Astramax57,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE393 DHJ
MakeBedford
ModelAstramax
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 18,254 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 16,637 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 11,600 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 5,099 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Sep 2014 5,096 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 1,267 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

both front shock absorbers weak advise changing

offside headlamp aim slightly low

slight rusting nearside cross member

Pass 11 Jul 2011 97,172 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

offside headlamp output slightly down

windscreen washer pump erractic

Pass 12 Jul 2010 93,115 miles

nearside wiper blade tearing at edge

Fail 12 Jul 2010 93,115 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside wiper blade tearing at edge

Pass 10 Jul 2009 86,193 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 88,193 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 82,703 miles

n/s front brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Jun 2007 78,201 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 73,233 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 73,233 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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E393 DHJ is a 1988 Bedford Astramax in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1988 Bedford Astramax models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 57,280 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 E393 DHJ, 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 38 years old, this Bedford Astramax is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E393 DHJ registered?

E393 DHJ is a 1988 Bedford Astramax, first registered on 15 February 1988.

Is E393 DHJ safe to buy?

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