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DYE 33R

1987 Bedford Midi

White Petrol 2380cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

93,370 mi
Last recorded93,370 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Bedford Midi74,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYE 33R
MakeBedford
ModelMidi
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,380cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2026 93,370 miles
Fail 4 May 2026 93,370 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2025 93,211 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 93,087 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 93,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2021 92,469 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 91,918 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 91,784 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 91,412 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 90,737 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 90,523 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 60,420 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 88,394 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 87,700 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 86,783 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 86,049 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 86,049 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 84,557 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 83,718 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 83,718 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

both rear leafsprings front eye bushes cracking

Fail 5 Apr 2006 83,105 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 83,105 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Midi?

Based on 5,313 MOT tests across 653 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
1,128
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
653
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 280
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 253
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 250
Brake pipe excessively corroded 234
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 214
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DYE 33R is a 1987 Bedford Midi in White with a 2,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1987 Bedford Midi models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 74,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Midi fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 280 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DYE 33R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Midi typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 39 years old, this Bedford Midi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DYE 33R registered?

DYE 33R is a 1987 Bedford Midi, first registered on 15 June 1987.

Is DYE 33R safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYE 33R shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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