BMW X3 and Audi A3 and Vauxhall Insignia crash on the A1 in Central Bedfordshire - 16 May 2023
Accident reference 2023401311017
Accident summary
On Tuesday 16 May 2023 at 08:00 a slight collision occurred near A1, Central Bedfordshire involving 3 vehicles (bmw x3, audi a3, vauxhall insignia) and 1 casualty (1 slight) Weather at the time was recorded as fine no high winds. Road surface conditions were dry. Lighting was described as daylight. A police officer attended the scene.
Key details
- Posted speed limit: 70 mph
- Road type: Dual carriageway
- Setting: Rural
Location
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Basic Information
| Accident Reference | 2023401311017 |
| Police Reference | 401311017 |
| Date & Time |
Tuesday
|
| Severity | Slight |
| Vehicles Involved | 3 |
| Casualties | 1 |
| Police Force | Bedfordshire |
| Police Officer Attended | Yes |
Road & Location Details
| Area Type | Rural |
| First Road | A1 |
| Second Road | Unclassified road |
| Road Type | Dual carriageway |
| Speed Limit | 70 mph |
| Trunk Road | Yes |
| Highway Authority | E06000056 |
| LSOA Code | E01017389 |
Environmental Conditions
| Light Conditions | Daylight |
| Weather Conditions | Fine no high winds |
| Road Surface Conditions | Dry |
| Special Conditions | None |
| Carriageway Hazards | None |
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SlightVehicles (3)
Vehicle 1
Vehicle Information
| Type | Car |
| Make/Model | BMW X3 |
| Vehicle Age | 3 years |
| Engine Capacity | 1998cc |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid electric |
| Left Hand Drive | Yes |
| Manoeuvre | Slowing or stopping |
Driver Information
| Age | 45 |
| Sex | Male |
| Journey Purpose | Journey as part of work |
| Home Area Type | Rural |
| IMD Decile | 9 (1=most deprived, 10=least deprived) |
Vehicle 2
Vehicle Information
| Type | Car |
| Make/Model | AUDI A3 |
| Vehicle Age | 11 years |
| Engine Capacity | 1968cc |
| Fuel Type | Heavy oil |
| Left Hand Drive | Yes |
| Manoeuvre | Slowing or stopping |
Driver Information
| Age | 24 |
| Sex | Male |
| Journey Purpose | Journey as part of work |
| Home Area Type | Rural |
| IMD Decile | 10 (1=most deprived, 10=least deprived) |
Vehicle 3
Vehicle Information
| Type | Car |
| Make/Model | VAUXHALL INSIGNIA |
| Vehicle Age | 13 years |
| Engine Capacity | 1956cc |
| Fuel Type | Heavy oil |
| Left Hand Drive | Yes |
| Manoeuvre | Slowing or stopping |
Driver Information
| Age | 32 |
| Sex | Male |
| Journey Purpose | Journey as part of work |
| Home Area Type | Unknown |
| IMD Decile | 5 (1=most deprived, 10=least deprived) |
Casualties (1)
Casualty 1
Basic Information
| Class | Driver or rider |
| Severity | Slight |
| Type | Car occupant |
| Age | 45 |
| Sex | Male |
| Associated Vehicle | Vehicle 1 |
Additional Details
| Home Area Type | Rural |
| IMD Decile | 9 (1=most deprived, 10=least deprived) |
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Data Source
This data is from the UK Department for Transport's STATS19 road safety dataset, available under the Open Government Licence v3.0.