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CYX 838V

1979 Bedford Motorhome

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

69,164 mi
Last recorded69,164 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Bedford Motorhome63,123 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYX 838V
MakeBedford
ModelMotorhome
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc
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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 69,164 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 68,857 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.B.2)

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

both front seat belt inertia locks do not work

oil leak

Fail 28 Sep 2016 68,857 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.B.2)

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

both front seat belt inertia locks do not work

oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2016 68,038 miles

Advanced corrosion to wheel arches under front.

Offside Rear Inner Tyre flat

some corrosion under bonnet

Fail 5 Jan 2016 68,033 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour white light to rear (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Advanced corrosion to wheel arches under front.

Offside Rear Inner Tyre flat

some corrosion under bonnet

Pass 22 Sep 2014 63,971 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2014 63,968 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 63,154 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 62,274 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 62,267 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 61,912 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 611,014 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 61,010 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 59,421 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 56,387 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 56,387 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 53,839 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 52,416 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 52,414 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Bedford Motorhome?

Based on 1,679 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
797
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 76
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 67
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 63
brake recording little or no effort 63
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CYX 838V is a 1979 Bedford Motorhome in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1979 Bedford Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.6% with a typical mileage of 63,123 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Motorhome fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CYX 838V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was CYX 838V registered?

CYX 838V is a 1979 Bedford Motorhome, first registered on 5 December 1979.

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