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XHJ 252N

1972 Bedford Cf

White Diesel 1760cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,388 mi
Last recorded54,388 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 1972 Bedford Cf67,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHJ 252N
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,760cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 54,388 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded In engine bay. (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside rear light unit cracked.

Fail 21 Nov 2017 54,382 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear brake pipe. (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both brake pipes on rear axle. (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded In engine bay. (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

Offside rear light unit cracked.

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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XHJ 252N is a 1972 Bedford Cf in White with a 1,760cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 67,818 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 XHJ 252N, 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 54 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 XHJ 252N registered?

XHJ 252N is a 1972 Bedford Cf, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is XHJ 252N safe to buy?

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