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TJD 808S

1978 Bedford Cf

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,386 mi
Last recorded66,386 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 1978 Bedford Cf58,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJD 808S
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 66,386 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 66,242 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 66,090 miles

advise n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 19 May 2015 65,059 miles

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

nearside rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 8 May 2015 65,059 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

nearside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 20 May 2014 64,475 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 May 2014 64,467 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 64,113 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 63,185 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 61,682 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 61,664 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2009 60,746 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 May 2008 59,958 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 58,439 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 57,827 miles

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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TJD 808S is a 1978 Bedford Cf in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 TJD 808S, 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 TJD 808S registered?

TJD 808S is a 1978 Bedford Cf, first registered on 21 April 1978.

Is TJD 808S safe to buy?

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