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NDV 717W

1981 Bedford Cf

Beige Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

79,976 mi
Last recorded79,976 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 Bedford Cf63,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDV 717W
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 79,976 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 76,714 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 76,714 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 74,113 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 73,850 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 73,434 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 71,523 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 71,520 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 71,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

o/s front tyre cracked.

Fail 5 May 2011 70,677 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

LPG fuel tank and supprt straps showing signs of corrosion

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 May 2010 67,543 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 66,352 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 62,681 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 62,681 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 62,605 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 62,600 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

exhaust loose on center clamp

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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NDV 717W is a 1981 Bedford Cf in Beige with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 NDV 717W, 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 NDV 717W registered?

NDV 717W is a 1981 Bedford Cf, first registered on 1 May 1981.

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