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A745 PKE

1984 Bedford Cf

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

56,331 mi
Last recorded56,331 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 1984 Bedford Cf61,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA745 PKE
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Oct 2022 56,331 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Both when main beam operated (4.5.4 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

General underbody corrosion

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

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 56,326 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

General underbody corrosion

Nearside Front Brake drum damp

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 55,716 miles

Slight under body corrosion

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear have slight cracking on treads and sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2016 54,505 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 54,439 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2013 54,195 miles

interior mirror missing

Fail 4 Sep 2013 54,192 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

interior mirror missing

Pass 14 Oct 2012 54,107 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 54,099 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 54,038 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 53,923 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 17 Jul 2007 53,573 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 51,548 miles

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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A745 PKE is a 1984 Bedford Cf in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1984 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 61,718 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 A745 PKE, 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 42 years old, this Bedford Cf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A745 PKE registered?

A745 PKE is a 1984 Bedford Cf, first registered on 11 July 1984.

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