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LMD 171B

1964 Bedford Unknown

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,382 mi
Last recorded5,382 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMD 171B
MakeBedford
ModelUnknown
Year1964
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 5,382 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 5,150 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 4,705 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement near side top arm outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 4,403 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 4,265 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Unknown?

Based on 591 MOT tests across 284 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
526
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
284
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 10
brake binding 10
Direction indicator not working 9
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 9
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LMD 171B is a 1964 Bedford Unknown in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Bedford Unknown fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LMD 171B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 62 years old, this Bedford Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LMD 171B registered?

LMD 171B is a 1964 Bedford Unknown, first registered on 9 June 1964.

Is LMD 171B safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMD 171B shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LMD 171B have outstanding finance?

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