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LYJ 170W

1981 Bedford CF250

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,780 mi
Last recorded41,780 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2006
Typical for 1981 Bedford CF25062,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYJ 170W
MakeBedford
ModelCF250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2006 41,780 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 41,780 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford CF250?

Based on 1,642 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

62.8%
Pass Rate
696
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 158
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
brake application uneven 112
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 78
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 77
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LYJ 170W is a 1981 Bedford CF250 in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Bedford CF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 62,565 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 CF250 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LYJ 170W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford CF250 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 45 years old, this Bedford CF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LYJ 170W registered?

LYJ 170W is a 1981 Bedford CF250, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is LYJ 170W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYJ 170W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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