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D431 BSH

1986 Bedford Cf

Maroon Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

37,885 mi
Last recorded37,885 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 1986 Bedford Cf49,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD431 BSH
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1986
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2015 37,885 miles

both front inner wheel arches showing signs of c0rrosion

oil leak

Fail 10 Nov 2015 37,880 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front inner wheel arches showing signs of c0rrosion

oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2014 36,352 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 34,000 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 32,127 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 30,830 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 29,568 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 29,565 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 28,304 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

rear inner tyres sidewalls age cracke.

Fail 6 Oct 2009 28,279 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 28,093 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 28,093 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 27,844 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 27,844 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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D431 BSH is a 1986 Bedford Cf in Maroon with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1986 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 49,426 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 D431 BSH, 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 40 years old, this Bedford Cf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D431 BSH registered?

D431 BSH is a 1986 Bedford Cf, first registered on 21 August 1986.

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