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ROW 988S

1978 Bedford Cf

Multi-colour Diesel 2064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

79,529 mi
Last recorded79,529 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 Bedford Cf58,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationROW 988S
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1978
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,064cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 79,529 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 79,529 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 79,529 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 79,529 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 79,519 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 79,519 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2009
Fail 13 Feb 2009

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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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ROW 988S is a 1978 Bedford Cf in Multi-colour with a 2,064cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1978 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 58,439 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 Cf fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 798 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ROW 988S, 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 48 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 ROW 988S registered?

ROW 988S is a 1978 Bedford Cf, first registered on 12 July 1978.

Is ROW 988S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ROW 988S shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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