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A250 GUE

1983 Bedford Cf

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

96,661 mi
Last recorded96,661 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2018
Typical for 1983 Bedford Cf57,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA250 GUE
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2018 96,661 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear shocker bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 20 Aug 2018 96,653 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Prop shaft securing bolt loose at rear (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear shocker bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2017 94,819 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 92,070 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 90,300 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 87,545 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2014 87,545 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2013 84,889 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 84,115 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside rear hub slight oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2011 83,685 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 83,685 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 82,746 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 82,746 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 81,556 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 80,811 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 80,811 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 79,528 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 78,044 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 78,044 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

o/s and n/s/f tyres in poor condition

How Reliable is the Bedford Cf?

Based on 12,420 MOT tests across 1,482 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
678
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
1,482
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 798
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 796
Brake pipe excessively corroded 543
position lamp(s) not working 539
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 511
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A250 GUE is a 1983 Bedford Cf in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1983 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 57,879 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Cf fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 798 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A250 GUE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Cf typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 43 years old, this Bedford Cf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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A250 GUE is a 1983 Bedford Cf, first registered on 1 August 1983.

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