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KWB 556W

1981 Bedford Cf

Multi-colour Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,591 mi
Last recorded5,591 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2008
Typical for 1981 Bedford Cf63,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWB 556W
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1981
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2008 5,591 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

sills floor chassiand all inner artch outriggers signs of general metal fatige advise to repair and then wax oil req to protect advise only

Pass 30 Aug 2007 5,539 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

signs of corrosion n/s + o/s body to rear wheel arches

windscreen slightly marked

Fail 1 Aug 2006 5,192 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 5,192 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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KWB 556W is a 1981 Bedford Cf in Multi-colour with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KWB 556W, 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 KWB 556W registered?

KWB 556W is a 1981 Bedford Cf, first registered on 20 January 1981.

Is KWB 556W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWB 556W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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