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B220 YBV

1985 Bedford Cf

Black Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,946 mi
Last recorded48,946 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 1985 Bedford Cf50,055 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB220 YBV
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 48,946 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 48,943 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 48,940 miles

BRAKE PIPES COVERED IN GREASE AND SLIGHT CORRSION

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

SPARE TYRE WALL CRACKING

VARIOUS UNDERBODY FLAKEY DRY RUST

Fail 15 Aug 2019 48,938 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure U BOLT BROKEN (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush REAR S (5.3.2 (c))

VARIOUS UNDERBODY FLAKEY CORRSION ON SURFACE

Pass 30 Sep 2017 48,929 miles

Oil leak VARIOUS ()

REAR SHOCKER BUSHIES PERISHING

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

UNDERBODY COATED WITH A STICKY SUBSTANCE

Fail 30 Sep 2017 48,929 miles

Oil leak VARIOUS ()

REAR SHOCKER BUSHIES PERISHING

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

UNDERBODY COATED WITH A STICKY SUBSTANCE

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 48,864 miles

Oil leak of engine ()

advise rear shocker bushes deteriated

advise underbody coated in oil

Pass 3 Oct 2015 48,588 miles

advise centre prop carrier excessive play

advise oil leak of engine

advise rear shocker bushes deteriated

advise underbody coated in oil

Fail 2 Oct 2015 48,588 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

advise centre prop carrier excessive play

advise oil leak of engine

advise rear shocker bushes deteriated

advise underbody coated in oil

Pass 2 Oct 2014 47,230 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 45,745 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 44,451 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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B220 YBV is a 1985 Bedford Cf in Black with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 50,055 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 B220 YBV, 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 41 years old, this Bedford Cf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B220 YBV registered?

B220 YBV is a 1985 Bedford Cf, first registered on 29 March 1985.

Is B220 YBV safe to buy?

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