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VAK 886Y

1983 Bedford Cf

Blue Diesel 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,506 mi
Last recorded69,506 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1983 Bedford Cf57,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAK 886Y
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 69,506 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 68,895 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 68,130 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 67,896 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 67,636 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 67,636 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2007 67,164 miles

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

o/s/r tyre perishing on outer wall.

Pass 6 Mar 2006 66,561 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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VAK 886Y is a 1983 Bedford Cf in Blue with a 2,279cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 57,879 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 VAK 886Y, 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 43 years old, this Bedford Cf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VAK 886Y registered?

VAK 886Y is a 1983 Bedford Cf, first registered on 13 June 1983.

Is VAK 886Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAK 886Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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