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TOW 117T

1978 Bedford Cf

Blue Petrol 1759cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,932 mi
Last recorded30,932 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2006
Typical for 1978 Bedford Cf58,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOW 117T
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,759cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2006 30,932 miles

van wooden floor rotting out

Fail 16 Aug 2005 30,932 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

oil leak

van wooden floor rotted out various places

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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TOW 117T is a 1978 Bedford Cf in Blue with a 1,759cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 TOW 117T, 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 TOW 117T registered?

TOW 117T is a 1978 Bedford Cf, first registered on 8 August 1978.

Is TOW 117T safe to buy?

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