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FGO 781T

1978 Bedford Cf

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2007
Tests5 (1 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate20%

Mileage

87,701 mi
Last recorded87,701 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2006
Typical for 1978 Bedford Cf58,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGO 781T
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

1 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2006 87,701 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 87,681 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 27 Apr 2006 87,651 miles

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

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

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

oil leak

steering joint dust cover split/missing

Fail 23 Dec 2005 87,557 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2005 87,527 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

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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FGO 781T is a 1978 Bedford Cf in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 20%.

Across all 1978 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 58,439 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 FGO 781T, 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 48 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 FGO 781T registered?

FGO 781T is a 1978 Bedford Cf, first registered on 20 October 1978.

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