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GAY 303L

1972 Bedford Cf

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

78,114 mi
Last recorded78,114 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 1972 Bedford Cf67,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAY 303L
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 78,114 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 77,988 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 77,973 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 77,956 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 77,534 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 77,033 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 77,033 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 74,385 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 14 Aug 2008 74,351 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 74,203 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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GAY 303L is a 1972 Bedford Cf in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1972 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 67,818 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 GAY 303L, 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 54 years old, this Bedford Cf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GAY 303L?

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What year was GAY 303L registered?

GAY 303L is a 1972 Bedford Cf, first registered on 1 November 1972.

Is GAY 303L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAY 303L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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