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AFH 508T

1978 Bedford Cf

Red Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,528 mi
Last recorded19,528 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Bedford Cf58,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFH 508T
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 19,528 miles

Both rear brakes binding slightly

General under body corrosion

Pass 24 Apr 2017 19,498 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

General under body corrosion

N/S/R brake binding slightly

Pass 5 May 2016 19,470 miles

Nearside Rear Brake binding slightly

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

Fail 3 May 2016 194,704 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake binding slightly

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

Pass 12 May 2015 19,443 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrsion through out vehicle

n/s/r brake has a slight bind

Fail 11 May 2015 19,441 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrsion through out vehicle

n/s/r brake has a slight bind

Pass 8 May 2014 19,381 miles

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 2 May 2013 19,300 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 30 Apr 2012 19,231 miles

Oil leak

clutch pedal rubber missing

fuel tank damaged

Pass 6 May 2011 19,157 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 19,079 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 19,069 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 May 2009 18,939 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrossion to both rwar inner whel arches

corrossion to floor pan

damage to nearside rear wheel arch

damage to tail pipe

Fail 12 May 2009 18,938 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrossion to both rwar inner whel arches

corrossion to floor pan

damage to nearside rear wheel arch

damage to tail pipe

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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AFH 508T is a 1978 Bedford Cf in Red with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 58,439 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 AFH 508T, 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 48 years old, this Bedford Cf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AFH 508T registered?

AFH 508T is a 1978 Bedford Cf, first registered on 11 August 1978.

Is AFH 508T safe to buy?

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