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GHJ 29T

1979 Bedford Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

38,012 mi
Last recorded38,012 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Bedford Motor Caravan66,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHJ 29T
MakeBedford
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc
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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 38,012 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis all (2.4.A.3)

general underbody corrosion

inner sills corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2018 38,012 miles

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

general under body corrosion

inner sills corroded

Pass 18 May 2015 37,985 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Oil leak

offside and nearside sill slightly corroded

offside front inner wheel arch corroded

Fail 18 May 2015 37,985 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Oil leak

offside and nearside sill slightly corroded

offside front inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2011 37,661 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 37,661 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2010 36,915 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 36,911 miles

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

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

offside and nearside inner wings corroded not within prescribed areas

Pass 5 Sep 2008 66,986 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 66,980 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 34,930 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 31,725 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 31,708 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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GHJ 29T is a 1979 Bedford Motor Caravan in Blue with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1979 Bedford Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.5% with a typical mileage of 66,986 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 Motor Caravan fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GHJ 29T, 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 47 years old, this Bedford Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GHJ 29T is a 1979 Bedford Motor Caravan, first registered on 31 May 1979.

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