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BKO 257Y

1982 Bedford Cf

Green Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

87,977 mi
Last recorded87,977 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 1982 Bedford Cf65,823 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKO 257Y
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc
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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 87,977 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside front door corroded

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Reverse lights not working

Fail 31 Oct 2022 87,965 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside front door corroded

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Reverse lights not working

Pass 3 Nov 2021 86,766 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front crossmember corroded

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Reverse lights not working

Pass 10 Nov 2020 85,880 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 85,877 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 83,911 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside front inner step corroded

Offside rear inner body corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2019 83,906 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside front inner step corroded

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

Offside rear inner body corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2018 82,910 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 82,899 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner & outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative no warning light (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 81,523 miles

under seal applied under all vehicle. full inspection could not be covered

Pass 18 Oct 2016 81,515 miles

general rust under vehicle

under seal under vehicle

Pass 16 Oct 2015 81,463 miles

Front coil spring corroded nearside/offside (2.4.C.1b)

front structure covered in under seal

under body components covered in surface rust

Fail 16 Oct 2015 814,630 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner panel (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded centre inner panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded centre inner panel (2.4.A.3)

Front coil spring corroded nearside/offside (2.4.C.1b)

front structure covered in under seal

under body components covered in surface rust

Pass 17 Oct 2014 81,443 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 81,424 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 81,422 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 81,355 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 81,307 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 81,296 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 80,933 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 80,874 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 80,736 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 80,597 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 80,542 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2005 80,537 miles

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

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

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

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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BKO 257Y is a 1982 Bedford Cf in Green with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1982 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 65,823 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 BKO 257Y, 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 44 years old, this Bedford Cf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BKO 257Y is a 1982 Bedford Cf, first registered on 6 August 1982.

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