Bedford Bambi

White · Petrol · 1990 · 970 cc

H143 VRNMOT history

H143 VRN is a white petrol Bedford Bambi first used on 17 Aug 1990. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 88,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2026
Mileage
88,774 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H143 VRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Bedford
Model
Bambi
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
970 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
17 Aug 1990
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

H143 VRN was last recorded at 88,774 miles on 11 Oct 2025, 1,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,744 miles · 9 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,030 miles
Average per year
894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,774 miles
  • 2024 – 87,744 miles
  • 2023 – 87,744 miles
  • 2021 – 87,673 miles
  • 2020 – 87,271 miles
  • 2019 – 86,719 miles
  • 2018 – 85,901 miles
  • 2017 – 84,642 miles
  • 2016 – 83,240 miles
  • 2015 – 82,469 miles
  • 2014 – 81,813 miles
  • 2013 – 81,795 miles
  • 2012 – 81,726 miles
  • 2011 – 80,630 miles
  • 2009 – 78,879 miles
  • 2008 – 78,696 miles
  • 2007 – 77,290 miles
  • 2006 – 75,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,774 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Slight corrosion NSF wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Slight noise from rear wheel bearings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,774 miles (+1,030)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    88,774 miles
    Test number
    888730840781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass87,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    87,744 miles
    Test number
    255338420563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail87,744 miles3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,744 miles
    Test number
    612235534641
    • MajorPosition lamp not working Both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

  4. Pass87,744 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    87,744 miles
    Test number
    771636383165
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion NSF wheel arch

  5. Fail87,744 miles (+71)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,744 miles
    Test number
    758788897492
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not face the rear Insecure (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion NSF wheel arch

  6. Pass87,673 miles (+402)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    87,673 miles
    Test number
    171004722619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,271 miles (+552)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    87,271 miles
    Test number
    239825463497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,719 miles (+818)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,719 miles
    Test number
    991330498862
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass85,901 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,901 miles
    Test number
    297461305225
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  10. Fail85,901 miles (+1,259)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,901 miles
    Test number
    105845883073
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass84,642 miles (+1,402)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    84,642 miles
    Test number
    587844468611
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryLighting switch showing wear and tear
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass83,240 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    83,240 miles
    Test number
    417363590404
    • AdvisorySlight noise from rear wheel bearings

  13. Fail83,240 miles (+11)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,240 miles
    Test number
    509367052881
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded front -rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight noise from rear wheel bearings

  14. Fail83,229 miles (+760)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,229 miles
    Test number
    546380059611
    • FailureCentre Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight bad earth on both rear lamp units
    • AdvisoryVisual cracking on step sill panel

  15. Pass82,469 miles (+656)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    82,469 miles
    Test number
    367189915492
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront cross member corroded
    • NoteGenral corrosion to underbody of vehicle

  16. Pass81,813 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    81,813 miles
    Test number
    956713124213
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded.
    • NoteGenral corrosion to underbody of vehicle.
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge and has got a cut in the outer sidewall. Tested ok at the time of test.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has a cut in tread. Ok at the time of test.

  17. Fail81,813 miles (+18)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,813 miles
    Test number
    896811524253
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded.
    • NoteGenral corrosion to underbody of vehicle.
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge and has got a cut in the outer sidewall. Tested ok at the time of test.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has a cut in tread. Ok at the time of test.

  18. Pass81,795 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    81,795 miles
    Test number
    288380073238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail81,741 miles (+15)14 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,741 miles
    Test number
    929727153186
    • FailureCentre Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing of on inside edge
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTyres pressure low

  20. Pass81,726 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    81,726 miles
    Test number
    436851452233
    • NoteCentre/rear exhaust corroded
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteOil leak engine
    • NoteOil leak rear diff
    • NoteSlight play n/s/r wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight play o/s/r wheel bearing

  21. Fail81,726 miles (+1,096)4 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,726 miles
    Test number
    577938142279
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteCentre/rear exhaust corroded
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteOil leak engine
    • NoteOil leak rear diff
    • NoteSlight play n/s/r wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight play o/s/r wheel bearing

  22. Pass80,630 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    80,630 miles
    Test number
    128149881013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail80,629 miles (+1,750)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,629 miles
    Test number
    795353551072
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  24. Pass78,879 miles (+183)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    78,879 miles
    Test number
    181286029292
    • AdvisoryCentre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass78,696 miles (+1,406)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    78,696 miles
    Test number
    184432538268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail77,290 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,290 miles
    Test number
    744609007278
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  27. Pass77,290 miles (+1,993)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    77,290 miles
    Test number
    800729307231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail75,297 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,297 miles
    Test number
    350104236239
    • Repaired at testCentre Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

  29. Pass75,297 miles (+4,180)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    75,297 miles
    Test number
    464794636298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass71,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    71,117 miles
    Test number
    304522416021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about H143 VRN

Does H143 VRN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on H143 VRN expired on 10 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on H143 VRN?
The MOT on H143 VRN expired on 10 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has H143 VRN done?
H143 VRN was recorded at 88,774 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2025, an average of 894 miles a year.
Has H143 VRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H143 VRN has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2024.
Has the mileage on H143 VRN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on H143 VRN find?
H143 VRN passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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