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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Bedford Bambi. Check any Bambi by registration number below.

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68.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.6%

vs Bedford Avg

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Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Bedford Bambi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Bedford Bambi has an average MOT pass rate of 68.1%, which is 1.6 percentage points below the Bedford brand average of 69.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Bambi on the road.

Before buying a used Bedford Bambi, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Bedford Bambi performs at MOT across different model years.

1989

Based on 30 vehicles

76.7%Good
Bedford average: 69.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

9.5%

1988

Based on 43 vehicles

69.8%Average
Bedford average: 69.7%
Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

21.4%

1987

Based on 41 vehicles

61.0%Below Average
Bedford average: 69.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

25.9%

0

Based on 60 vehicles

65.0%Average
Bedford average: 69.7%
Mileage at 5yr

53k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

20.0%

Rear Offside

13.3%

Front Nearside

13.3%

Other Bedford Models

Compare MOT reliability across Bedford models.

Bedford Camper

69.0% pass rate

Bedford CF

81.8% pass rate

Bedford Midi

64.1% pass rate

Bedford Rascal

63.8% pass rate

Bedford Motor Caravan

88.6% pass rate

Bedford Unclassified

75.1% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Bedford Bambi

Bedford Bambi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Bedford Bambi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Bedford Bambi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Bedford Bambi is 68.1% compared to the Bedford average of 69.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Bedford Bambi?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Bedford Bambi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 68.1%, the Bedford Bambi is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Bedford Bambi?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Bedford Bambi?
Typical mileage for the Bedford Bambi: 52,624 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Bambi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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