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DFH 160J

1971 Bedford Cf

Multi-colour Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,944 mi
Last recorded96,944 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2015
Typical for 1971 Bedford Cf43,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFH 160J
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1971
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2015 96,944 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output both (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Stop lamp has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output both (1.2.1d)

oil leak

Pass 4 Dec 2013 96,925 miles

Nearside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 2 Dec 2013 96,925 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 90,815 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

o/s/r hub seal damp

spare wheel missing

various parts of chassis covered in underseal

Pass 23 Jul 2009 90,667 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 90,667 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.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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DFH 160J is a 1971 Bedford Cf in Multi-colour with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 43,896 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 DFH 160J, 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 55 years old, this Bedford Cf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DFH 160J registered?

DFH 160J is a 1971 Bedford Cf, first registered on 11 May 1971.

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