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YJH 898T

1979 Bedford Cf

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2012
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

96,539 mi
Last recorded96,539 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2011
Typical for 1979 Bedford Cf59,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJH 898T
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2011 96,539 miles

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

body & underbody corrosion in various places

Fail 2 Feb 2011 96,520 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

body & underbody corrosion in various places

Pass 26 Mar 2010 96,166 miles

body & underbody corrosion in various places(previous welding repairs)

Fail 23 Mar 2010 96,151 miles

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

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

body & underbody corrosion in various places(previous welding repairs)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 94,828 miles

lots of underbody corrosion in various places & lots welding repairs been carried out

Fail 22 Apr 2009 94,814 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

lots of underbody corrosion in various places & lots welding repairs been carried out

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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YJH 898T is a 1979 Bedford Cf in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 59,730 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 YJH 898T, 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 47 years old, this Bedford Cf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJH 898T registered?

YJH 898T is a 1979 Bedford Cf, first registered on 30 March 1979.

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