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A189 GHA

1983 Bedford Cf

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,990 mi
Last recorded39,990 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 1983 Bedford Cf57,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA189 GHA
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 39,990 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 39,018 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 38,331 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 35,359 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 34,733 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 33,971 miles

doors and wheel arches all starting to corrode.

Fail 12 Apr 2010 33,971 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 33,259 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 32,308 miles

heavy corrosion throughout vehicle

Fail 1 Feb 2007 32,379 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 30 Nov 2006 32,376 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2005 31,049 miles

oil leak

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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A189 GHA is a 1983 Bedford Cf in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A189 GHA, 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.

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What year was A189 GHA registered?

A189 GHA is a 1983 Bedford Cf, first registered on 3 August 1983.

Is A189 GHA safe to buy?

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