MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
61,721 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
all tyres slightly cracked
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
all tyres slightly cracked
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Offside Front Nail in tyre ()
Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Offside Front Nail in tyre ()
How Reliable is the Bedford Unknown?
Based on 591 MOT tests across 284 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B173 VLJ is a 1985 Bedford Unknown in Green with a 4,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1985 Bedford Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 43,860 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 B173 VLJ, 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 41 years old, this Bedford Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of B173 VLJ?
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What year was B173 VLJ registered?
B173 VLJ is a 1985 Bedford Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is B173 VLJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for B173 VLJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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