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LYC 340P

1975 Bedford Cf 250

Cream Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

491,425 mi
Last recorded491,425 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYC 340P
MakeBedford
ModelCf 250
Year1975
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 491,425 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 484,857 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in black wax (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Various body corrosion

Pass 17 Jun 2016 48,485 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 48,485 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 48,485 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 17 Jul 2014 48,485 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2013 48,485 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 48,485 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 48,350 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 46,494 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 43,461 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 41,020 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Cf 250?

Based on 854 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
609
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 72
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 59
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 57
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 49
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37
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LYC 340P is a 1975 Bedford Cf 250 in Cream with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Bedford Cf 250 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LYC 340P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Cf 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 51 years old, this Bedford Cf 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LYC 340P registered?

LYC 340P is a 1975 Bedford Cf 250, first registered on 5 August 1975.

Is LYC 340P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYC 340P shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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