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B185 WOU

1985 Bedford Midi

White Diesel 2380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,147 mi
Last recorded97,147 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1985 Bedford Midi62,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB185 WOU
MakeBedford
ModelMidi
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,380cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 97,147 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 97,147 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 97,147 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 97,147 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 97,147 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 97,147 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 97,107 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 97,147 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 97,147 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 97,147 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 97,147 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 97,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 May 2006 97,178 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Midi?

Based on 5,313 MOT tests across 653 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
1,128
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
653
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 280
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 253
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 250
Brake pipe excessively corroded 234
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 214
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B185 WOU is a 1985 Bedford Midi in White with a 2,380cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1985 Bedford Midi models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 62,271 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Midi fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 280 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B185 WOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Midi typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Bedford Midi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B185 WOU registered?

B185 WOU is a 1985 Bedford Midi, first registered on 1 February 1985.

Is B185 WOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B185 WOU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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