Bedford Cf 250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Bedford Cf 250 car check
Is the Bedford Cf 250 reliable? We analysed 854 real MOT tests across 105 vehicles to find out.
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The Bedford Cf 250 is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and brakes imbalanced across an axle. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Bedford Cf 250.
Bedford Cf 250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Bedford Cf 250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Bedford Cf 250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Bedford Cf 250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Bedford Cf 250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Bedford Cf 250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Bedford Cf 250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Bedford Cf 250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Bedford Cf 250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Bedford Cf 250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 85 | 67.1% | 56,801 | 68,105 | 77,956 |
| 1983 | 81 | 67.9% | 48,449 | 69,328 | 79,097 |
| 1982 | 116 | 56.9% | 61,016 | 82,231 | 87,375 |
| 1981 | 67 | 70.1% | 48,608 | 69,625 | 94,908 |
| 1980 | 96 | 63.5% | 48,066 | 63,180 | 74,410 |
| 1979 | 110 | 63.6% | 28,384 | 59,632 | 75,447 |
| 1978 | 90 | 61.1% | 45,984 | 56,552 | 67,274 |
| 1977 | 69 | 69.6% | 42,722 | 55,128 | 78,533 |
How Long Does a Bedford Cf 250 Last?
Based on 105 Bedford Cf 250 vehicles on UK roads.
Bedford Cf 250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Bedford Cf 250 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Bedford Cf 250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
70.1% MOT pass rate from 67 tests
56.9% MOT pass rate from 116 tests
The best year to buy a used Bedford Cf 250 is 1981, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.1% across 67 tests. The 1982 model year has the lowest pass rate at 56.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Bedford Cf 250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Cf 250 THIS CAR | 64.1% | 854 | 61,804 mi | 49 yrs |
| Bedford Rascal | 67.1% | 15,670 | 60,580 mi | 40 yrs |
| Bedford Cf | 66.6% | 12,420 | 60,401 mi | 56 yrs |
| Bedford Midi | 66.7% | 5,313 | 69,482 mi | 47 yrs |
| Man Not Stated | 72.1% | 617 | 288,398 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Bedford Rascal (67.1% pass rate) and the Bedford Cf (66.6% pass rate), the Bedford Cf 250 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Bedford Cf 250Should you buy a used Bedford Cf 250?
The Bedford Cf 250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.1% across 854 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Bedford Cf 250 are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (72 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (59), and brakes imbalanced across an axle (57). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Bedford Cf 250 owner drives around 609 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Bedford Cf 250 models stay on UK roads for around 49 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.