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JVS 533

1961 Bedford Ca

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1961 Bedford Ca56,234 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVS 533
MakeBedford
ModelCa
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015
Fail 12 Oct 2013 53,624 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 53,624 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 53,624 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

nearside rear wheel arch corroded

nearside sill corroded

offside rear wheel arch corroded

offside sill corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2011 53,621 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Oil leak

nearside full sill corroded

nearside wheel arch inner corroded

offside full sill corroded

rear drive shaft centre bush worn

Pass 26 Oct 2010 53,621 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 53,621 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 53,186 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 51,021 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Ca?

Based on 1,416 MOT tests across 182 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
358
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
182
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
brake binding 34
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
Stop lamp not working 20
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JVS 533 is a 1961 Bedford Ca in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1961 Bedford Ca models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 56,234 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Ca fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JVS 533, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Ca typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 65 years old, this Bedford Ca is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JVS 533 registered?

JVS 533 is a 1961 Bedford Ca, first registered on 1 January 1961.

Is JVS 533 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVS 533 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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