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DBU 735Y

1983 Bedford Cf

Purple Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,927 mi
Last recorded95,927 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2006
Typical for 1983 Bedford Cf57,879 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBU 735Y
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1983
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2006 95,927 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 95,925 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

O/S/F inner wheel arch holed

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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DBU 735Y is a 1983 Bedford Cf in Purple with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 DBU 735Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DBU 735Y registered?

DBU 735Y is a 1983 Bedford Cf, first registered on 1 March 1983.

Is DBU 735Y safe to buy?

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