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DFD 878T

1979 Bedford Cf

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,780 mi
Last recorded47,780 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2008
Typical for 1979 Bedford Cf59,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFD 878T
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2008 47,780 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 47,780 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 47,226 miles

Oil leak

body seriously corroded

Fail 26 Jun 2007 47,225 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

body seriously corroded

o/s/r inner tyre flat

Pass 26 May 2006 46,453 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 46,453 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2005 46,043 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2005 46,043 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.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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DFD 878T is a 1979 Bedford Cf in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 59,730 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 DFD 878T, 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 47 years old, this Bedford Cf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DFD 878T registered?

DFD 878T is a 1979 Bedford Cf, first registered on 5 March 1979.

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