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MKU 162W

1981 Bedford Unknown

Grey Diesel 12900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

274,663 mi
Last recorded274,663 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKU 162W
MakeBedford
ModelUnknown
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine12,900cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 May 2026 274,663 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak rear axle seal

Pass 14 May 2025 274,611 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 247,569 miles

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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MKU 162W is a 1981 Bedford Unknown in Grey with a 12,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MKU 162W, 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 45 years old, this Bedford Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MKU 162W registered?

MKU 162W is a 1981 Bedford Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is MKU 162W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKU 162W shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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