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VCW 26Y

1982 Bedford Unknown

Green Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2024
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,466 mi
Last recorded55,466 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCW 26Y
MakeBedford
ModelUnknown
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 55,466 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 55,465 miles

Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system by master cylinder (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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VCW 26Y is a 1982 Bedford Unknown in Green with a 2,279cc petrol 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 VCW 26Y, 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 44 years old, this Bedford Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of VCW 26Y?

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What year was VCW 26Y registered?

VCW 26Y is a 1982 Bedford Unknown, first registered on 9 August 1982.

Is VCW 26Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCW 26Y 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 VCW 26Y have outstanding finance?

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