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DYC 299T

1978 Bedford Camper

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,365 mi
Last recorded73,365 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2015
Typical for 1978 Bedford Camper61,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYC 299T
MakeBedford
ModelCamper
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2015 73,365 miles

General corrosion throughout vehicle

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber bushes deteriated

Slight play in NSF wheel bearing

Slight play in steering rack arms

Fail 10 Sep 2015 73,365 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

General corrosion throughout vehicle

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber bushes deteriated

Slight play in NSF wheel bearing

Slight play in steering rack arms

Fail 8 Sep 2014 73,350 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

corrosion to under side of vehicle

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 8 Sep 2014 73,350 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

corrosion to under side of vehicle

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 10 Sep 2013 73,316 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 73,306 miles

Oil leak

corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 2 Aug 2011 73,246 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 9 Aug 2010 73,135 miles

corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 18 Aug 2009 72,876 miles

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

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

Oil leak

surface corrosion underside

Fail 10 Jun 2009 72,857 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2007 70,837 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 70,197 miles
Pass 25 May 2005 69,946 miles
Fail 16 May 2005 69,915 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Upper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

How Reliable is the Bedford Camper?

Based on 3,544 MOT tests across 266 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
805
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 135
position lamp(s) not working 134
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 125
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 123
fog lamp not working 123
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DYC 299T is a 1978 Bedford Camper in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 Bedford Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 61,598 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Camper fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DYC 299T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 48 years old, this Bedford Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DYC 299T registered?

DYC 299T is a 1978 Bedford Camper, first registered on 4 August 1978.

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