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DMU 264V

1979 Bedford Cf

White Diesel 2064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

63,455 mi
Last recorded63,455 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2009
Typical for 1979 Bedford Cf59,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMU 264V
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,064cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2009 63,455 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 63,447 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 63,260 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 63,249 miles

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

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 62,652 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 62,652 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Propshaft component defective

Pass 26 Jul 2006 61,476 miles

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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DMU 264V is a 1979 Bedford Cf in White with a 2,064cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DMU 264V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DMU 264V registered?

DMU 264V is a 1979 Bedford Cf, first registered on 7 December 1979.

Is DMU 264V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMU 264V shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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