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OES 624Y

1983 Bedford Motor Caravan

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

63,778 mi
Last recorded63,778 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 1983 Bedford Motor Caravan54,855 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOES 624Y
MakeBedford
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 63,778 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 63,203 miles

both wiper blades starting to perish

suspect n/s/r hub oil seal starting to leak

Pass 24 Jun 2014 62,549 miles

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 23 Jun 2014 62,548 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 17 Jun 2013 57,961 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 57,206 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 57,196 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 56,671 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 21 Apr 2010 55,465 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 55,465 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 54,855 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 54,855 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2008 54,238 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 54,238 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust system loose at manifold fixing..

Fan belt loose..

Oil leak from engine..

Pass 30 Mar 2007 53,565 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 53,565 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both sills corroded at rear..

front exhaust pipe loose at manifold fixing..

oil leak from engine..

Pass 27 Apr 2006 51,427 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Motor Caravan?

Based on 1,725 MOT tests across 187 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
686
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
187
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 75
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 69
position lamp(s) not working 67
fog lamp not working 47
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 47
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OES 624Y is a 1983 Bedford Motor Caravan in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1983 Bedford Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 54,855 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Motor Caravan fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OES 624Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 43 years old, this Bedford Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OES 624Y registered?

OES 624Y is a 1983 Bedford Motor Caravan, first registered on 6 April 1983.

Is OES 624Y safe to buy?

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