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A161 GPF

1984 Bedford CF250

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,566 mi
Last recorded86,566 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2010
Typical for 1984 Bedford CF25061,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA161 GPF
MakeBedford
ModelCF250
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2010 86,566 miles

Propshaft component defective

Pass 9 Jun 2009 86,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Jun 2009 86,192 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 85,799 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

advise n/s/r tyre outer wall starting to crack

Pass 8 Jun 2007 85,383 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 84,897 miles

Both nearside tyre sidewalls starting to crack

Oil leak from engine

Fail 2 Jun 2006 84,897 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

both nearside tyre sidewalls starting to crack †

oil leak

How Reliable is the Bedford CF250?

Based on 1,642 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

62.8%
Pass Rate
696
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 158
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
brake application uneven 112
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 78
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 77
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A161 GPF is a 1984 Bedford CF250 in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1984 Bedford CF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 61,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford CF250 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A161 GPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford CF250 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 42 years old, this Bedford CF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A161 GPF registered?

A161 GPF is a 1984 Bedford CF250, first registered on 13 April 1984.

Is A161 GPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A161 GPF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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