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GCK 279S

1978 Bedford Unknown

Turquoise Diesel 8194cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

212,447 mi
Last recorded212,447 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCK 279S
MakeBedford
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine8,194cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019 212,447 miles

offside rear spring eye bush deteriorating

Fail 20 Jun 2019 212,405 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

offside rear spring eye bush deteriorating

Pass 15 May 2018 211,059 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 211,059 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Bedford Unknown?

Based on 591 MOT tests across 284 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
526
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
284
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 10
brake binding 10
Direction indicator not working 9
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 9
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GCK 279S is a 1978 Bedford Unknown in Turquoise with a 8,194cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Bedford Unknown fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GCK 279S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 48 years old, this Bedford Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GCK 279S registered?

GCK 279S is a 1978 Bedford Unknown, first registered on 2 March 1978.

Is GCK 279S safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCK 279S shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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