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E532 PHA

1988 Bedford Motorhome

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

89,075 mi
Last recorded89,075 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 1988 Bedford Motorhome59,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE532 PHA
MakeBedford
ModelMotorhome
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc
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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Fail 29 May 2024 89,075 miles

Fuel pipe leaking near fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch multiple area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

vehicle has age related corrosion

Pass 1 Dec 2022 88,834 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 88,834 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 88,192 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2021 88,192 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 87,204 miles

Areas of corrosion to underside of vehicle

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 84,781 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced a pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2019 84,758 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded along chassis rail (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch / step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch / step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced a pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 82,050 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 82,046 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inside top of wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded doorshut (5.2.6)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded doorshut (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 77,681 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 74,546 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 68,321 miles

General corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Fail 30 Sep 2014 68,317 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

General corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Pass 26 Sep 2013 61,205 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 61,083 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 61,040 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 60,410 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 59,591 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 57,971 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 56,527 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 55,508 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 55,488 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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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E532 PHA is a 1988 Bedford Motorhome in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1988 Bedford Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 59,336 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 E532 PHA, 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 38 years old, this Bedford Motorhome is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E532 PHA is a 1988 Bedford Motorhome, first registered on 19 July 1988.

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The MOT history for E532 PHA shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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