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C283 XFA

1986 Bedford Motor Caravan

White Diesel 2260cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

764 mi
Last recorded764 miles
Recorded on26 May 2011
Typical for 1986 Bedford Motor Caravan80,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC283 XFA
MakeBedford
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,260cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2011 764 miles

Drivers seat slightly loose.

Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

N/S/F tyre cracked on sidewall.

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2010 595 miles

Both headlamps have no pattern but light output not reduced.

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

O/S Wiper blade slightly worn.

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2010 585 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Both headlamps have no pattern but light output not reduced.

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

O/S Wiper blade slightly worn.

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2009 165 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 160 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2008 49 miles

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

rear body mountings corroded

Fail 18 Jun 2008 45 miles

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

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

rear body mountings corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2007 99,673 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 98,696 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 98,692 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

N/s track rod end boot split and rust showing.

O/s/r brake binding slightly.

How Reliable is the Bedford Motor Caravan?

Based on 1,725 MOT tests across 187 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
686
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
187
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 75
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 69
position lamp(s) not working 67
fog lamp not working 47
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 47
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C283 XFA is a 1986 Bedford Motor Caravan in White with a 2,260cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1986 Bedford Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 80,995 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Bedford Motor Caravan fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C283 XFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 40 years old, this Bedford Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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C283 XFA is a 1986 Bedford Motor Caravan, first registered on 30 May 1986.

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