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C540 FMC

1986 Bedford CF2

Blue Diesel 2260cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

267,884 mi
Last recorded267,884 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2007
Typical for 1986 Bedford CF248,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC540 FMC
MakeBedford
ModelCF2
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,260cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2007 267,884 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 267,824 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 265,557 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford CF2?

Based on 1,471 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
900
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 80
position lamp(s) not working 64
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
fog lamp not working 47
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C540 FMC is a 1986 Bedford CF2 in Blue with a 2,260cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Bedford CF2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 48,070 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Bedford CF2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C540 FMC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford CF2 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 40 years old, this Bedford CF2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C540 FMC registered?

C540 FMC is a 1986 Bedford CF2, first registered on 26 February 1986.

Is C540 FMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C540 FMC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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