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B9 MBJ

1988 Bedford Camper

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,856 mi
Last recorded75,856 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 1988 Bedford Camper59,796 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 MBJ
MakeBedford
ModelCamper
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 75,856 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced steering box mounting corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 75,856 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner rear arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door step to floor. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced floor chassis not welded correctly. (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced steering box mounting corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 75,548 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 75,547 miles

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 75,445 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion suspension top mount (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 May 2018 75,445 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings suspension top mount (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion suspension top mount (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 75,010 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 74,363 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 73,573 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 72,482 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 71,385 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 71,383 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 70,450 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 68,017 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 65,913 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 65,913 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2009
Pass 11 Jun 2008 61,322 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 61,322 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 56,512 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 54,351 miles

Front steps corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Bedford Camper?

Based on 3,544 MOT tests across 266 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 135
position lamp(s) not working 134
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 125
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 123
fog lamp not working 123
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B9 MBJ is a 1988 Bedford Camper in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Bedford Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 59,796 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Camper fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B9 MBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 38 years old, this Bedford Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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B9 MBJ is a 1988 Bedford Camper, first registered on 5 May 1988.

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