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MAW 3P

1976 Bedford Unknown

Blue Diesel 2175cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

74,661 mi
Last recorded74,661 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAW 3P
MakeBedford
ModelUnknown
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,175cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 74,661 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2025 74,661 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Bedford Unknown?

Based on 591 MOT tests across 284 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
526
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
284
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 10
brake binding 10
Direction indicator not working 9
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 9
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MAW 3P is a 1976 Bedford Unknown in Blue with a 2,175cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 MAW 3P, 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 50 years old, this Bedford Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MAW 3P registered?

MAW 3P is a 1976 Bedford Unknown, first registered on 1 March 1976.

Is MAW 3P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAW 3P shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MAW 3P have outstanding finance?

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