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FNL 725W

1981 Bedford Cf

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,574 mi
Last recorded80,574 miles
Recorded on24 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Bedford Cf63,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNL 725W
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2021 80,574 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 80,408 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 80,085 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 79,467 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 78,942 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 78,582 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 78,499 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 78,477 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 78,315 miles

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

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

battery light flicking

battery loose

nearisde front inner rack end slight play

nearside rear shockers bushes deterirated

offside inner rack end slight play

offside rear shocker bush deteriorated

Fail 31 May 2012 78,311 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

battery light flicking

battery loose

nearisde front inner rack end slight play

nearside rear shockers bushes deterirated

offside inner rack end slight play

offside rear shocker bush deteriorated

Pass 25 May 2011 78,072 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 77,970 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 77,777 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 77,753 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 77,586 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 77,389 miles
Pass 31 May 2005 77,229 miles
Fail 24 May 2005 77,214 miles

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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FNL 725W is a 1981 Bedford Cf in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1981 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 63,757 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FNL 725W, 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 45 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 FNL 725W registered?

FNL 725W is a 1981 Bedford Cf, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is FNL 725W safe to buy?

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