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RCR 178M

1974 Bedford Van

Blue Diesel 9999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

85,542 mi
Last recorded85,542 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCR 178M
MakeBedford
ModelVan
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine9,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 85,542 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 84,137 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 82,354 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 Jul 2014 82,345 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 78,464 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 78,461 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 75,559 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 5 Jul 2012 75,554 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 71,558 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 71,558 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 69,104 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 66,543 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 85,418 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 95,321 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 95,313 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 92,411 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Van?

Based on 956 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
1,121
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 165
Brake pipe excessively corroded 61
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 48
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RCR 178M is a 1974 Bedford Van in Blue with a 9,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

The most common reason a Bedford Van fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 165 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RCR 178M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Van typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 52 years old, this Bedford Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RCR 178M registered?

RCR 178M is a 1974 Bedford Van, first registered on 1 May 1974.

Is RCR 178M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCR 178M shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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