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XTJ 405L

1973 Bedford Motor Caravan

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

110,689 mi
Last recorded110,689 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTJ 405L
MakeBedford
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 110,689 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

exhaust slightly deteriorated

front tyres perishing

gearbox oil pipes heavily corroded

steering rack wet

Fail 28 Aug 2014 110,689 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

driver's flexible seat belt stalk has one strand broken

exhaust slightly deteriorated

front tyres perishing

gearbox oil pipes heavily corroded

nearside rear brake drum possible fluid leak

steering rack wet

Pass 23 Aug 2013 110,619 miles

Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

exhaust slightly deteriorated

offside wiper blade smearing slightly and too long

oil leak from differential

steering rack wet

Fail 16 Aug 2013 110,619 miles

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

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

Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

exhaust slightly deteriorated

offside wiper blade smearing slightly and too long

oil leak from differential

steering rack wet

Pass 21 Apr 2012 109,618 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 108,339 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 106,074 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 103,637 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 100,732 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 97,564 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 95,195 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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XTJ 405L is a 1973 Bedford Motor Caravan in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XTJ 405L, 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 53 years old, this Bedford Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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XTJ 405L is a 1973 Bedford Motor Caravan, first registered on 30 March 1973.

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