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XYR 652T

1978 Bedford Cf

White Diesel 2380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

152,537 mi
Last recorded152,537 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 Bedford Cf58,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYR 652T
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,380cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 152,537 miles

Bonnet corroded

General corrosion on doors and body

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Offside side repeater not working

Fail 3 Jul 2019 15,253 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Bonnet corroded

General corrosion on doors and body

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Offside side repeater not working

Pass 19 Apr 2018 9,330 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 9,317 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front 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)

Nearside Rear TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL STARTING TO CRACK AND SPLIT

Pass 19 Aug 2016 9,274 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 9,272 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 80,623 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 78,297 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2012 73,462 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 44,736 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Side repeater affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Side repeater affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

brake pedal antislip rubber deteriated

rear fog lamp in-op

rear reg plate deteriated due to water ingress

Fail 22 Sep 2011 44,736 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Side repeater affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Side repeater affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

brake pedal antislip rubber deteriated

rear fog lamp in-op

rear reg plate deteriated due to water ingress

Pass 6 May 2010 97,566 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2009 95,553 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2008 93,386 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 92,243 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 92,243 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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XYR 652T is a 1978 Bedford Cf in White with a 2,380cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 XYR 652T, 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 XYR 652T registered?

XYR 652T is a 1978 Bedford Cf, first registered on 4 August 1978.

Is XYR 652T safe to buy?

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