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C953 KNV

1985 Bedford Cf

Gold Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

31,566 mi
Last recorded31,566 miles
Recorded on10 May 2012
Typical for 1985 Bedford Cf50,055 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC953 KNV
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2012 31,566 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Apr 2012 31,562 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside inner tyre flate

Pass 3 Dec 2007 31,455 miles

rear tyres outer walls starting to crack

Fail 3 Dec 2007 31,455 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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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C953 KNV is a 1985 Bedford Cf in Gold with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 50,055 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C953 KNV, 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 41 years old, this Bedford Cf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C953 KNV registered?

C953 KNV is a 1985 Bedford Cf, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C953 KNV safe to buy?

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