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GCT 42W

1980 Bedford Cf

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,845 mi
Last recorded29,845 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 1980 Bedford Cf55,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCT 42W
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2018 29,845 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 29,842 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 29,445 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 29,024 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 28,753 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 27,638 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 22,211 miles

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

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

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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GCT 42W is a 1980 Bedford Cf in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 55,780 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 GCT 42W, 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 46 years old, this Bedford Cf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GCT 42W registered?

GCT 42W is a 1980 Bedford Cf, first registered on 7 August 1980.

Is GCT 42W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCT 42W shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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