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F519 MCD

1989 Bedford Bambi

White Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,897 mi
Last recorded76,897 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 1989 Bedford Bambi65,633 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF519 MCD
MakeBedford
ModelBambi
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 76,897 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 75,158 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 73,490 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 70,835 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 68,137 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 65,633 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2012 65,633 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2011 63,919 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 62,761 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 60,427 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 57,525 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 57,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 55,025 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 51,690 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Bambi?

Based on 2,115 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

67.6%
Pass Rate
946
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 100
fog lamp not working 66
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
brake recording little or no effort 60
position lamp(s) not working 57
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F519 MCD is a 1989 Bedford Bambi in White with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Bedford Bambi models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 65,633 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Bambi fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 100 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F519 MCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Bambi typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Bedford Bambi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F519 MCD registered?

F519 MCD is a 1989 Bedford Bambi, first registered on 7 April 1989.

Is F519 MCD safe to buy?

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