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F742 NSL

1989 Bedford Camper

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

28,571 mi
Last recorded28,571 miles
Recorded on17 May 2021
Typical for 1989 Bedford Camper62,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF742 NSL
MakeBedford
ModelCamper
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc
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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 May 2021 28,571 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body panel slightly loose inner arch upper panel (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced several areas of body corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion to fuel filler neck pipe

slight play in steering pivot arm

Fail 12 May 2021 28,570 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both front footwells (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body panel slightly loose inner arch upper panel (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced several areas of body corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion to fuel filler neck pipe

slight play in steering pivot arm

Pass 23 Jul 2018 29,977 miles

Various areas of corrosion

Fail 10 Jul 2018 27,977 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Various areas of corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2017 24,433 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2016 24,159 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 23,593 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 23,479 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 23,479 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 19,261 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 15,771 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 15,771 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight play in offside shock

Pass 21 Oct 2010 12,481 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 12,481 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 9,157 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 92,679 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 92,677 miles

Nearside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 92,666 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 92,329 miles

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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F742 NSL is a 1989 Bedford Camper in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1989 Bedford Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 62,896 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 F742 NSL, 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 37 years old, this Bedford Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F742 NSL registered?

F742 NSL is a 1989 Bedford Camper, first registered on 25 March 1989.

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