Bedford Ca Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Bedford Ca reliable? We analysed 1,416 real MOT tests across 182 vehicles to find out.
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The Bedford Ca is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brakes imbalanced across an axle, brake binding and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Bedford Ca.
Bedford Ca Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Bedford Ca. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Bedford Ca MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Bedford Ca to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Bedford Ca Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Bedford Ca fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Bedford Ca Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Bedford Ca owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Bedford Ca MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Bedford Ca year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 60 | 83.3% | 35,828 | 65,102 | 85,178 |
| 1969 | 168 | 83.3% | 63,421 | 73,692 | 88,059 |
| 1968 | 210 | 86.7% | 24,547 | 48,110 | 74,721 |
| 1967 | 137 | 81.8% | 36,294 | 66,072 | 75,631 |
| 1966 | 131 | 84.7% | 60,435 | 78,011 | 85,274 |
| 1965 | 105 | 77.1% | 46,476 | 68,218 | 76,760 |
| 1964 | 62 | 72.6% | 20,994 | 60,690 | 66,126 |
| 1963 | 83 | 89.2% | 36,045 | 63,448 | 70,818 |
| 1962 | 141 | 78.7% | 26,415 | 41,438 | 50,941 |
| 1961 | 56 | 85.7% | 29,117 | 56,234 | 60,778 |
| 1960 | 61 | 80.3% | 27,846 | 46,967 | 78,106 |
How Long Does a Bedford Ca Last?
Based on 182 Bedford Ca vehicles on UK roads.
Bedford Ca Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Bedford Ca MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Bedford Ca
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.2% MOT pass rate from 83 tests
72.6% MOT pass rate from 62 tests
The best year to buy a used Bedford Ca is 1963, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.2% across 83 tests. The 1964 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Bedford Ca Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Ca THIS CAR | 82.0% | 1,416 | 63,443 mi | 66 yrs |
| Bedford Rascal | 67.1% | 15,670 | 60,580 mi | 40 yrs |
| Bedford Cf | 66.6% | 12,420 | 60,401 mi | 56 yrs |
| Bedford Midi | 66.7% | 5,313 | 69,482 mi | 47 yrs |
| Honda Nsa 700 A-8 | 94.3% | 1,742 | 9,779 mi | 18 yrs |
Compared to the Bedford Rascal (67.1% pass rate) and the Bedford Cf (66.6% pass rate), the Bedford Ca outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Bedford CaShould you buy a used Bedford Ca?
The Bedford Ca has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.0% across 1,416 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Bedford Ca are brakes imbalanced across an axle (49 recorded failures), brake binding (34), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (23). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Bedford Ca owner drives around 358 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Bedford Ca models stay on UK roads for around 66 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.