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HOD 38V

1980 Bedford Cf

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

9,836 mi
Last recorded9,836 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 1980 Bedford Cf55,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOD 38V
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 9,836 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 9,835 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2021 9,710 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion in n/s/f inner wheel arch.

Fail 16 Jun 2021 9,710 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating drums warped. (1.2.1 (e))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion in n/s/f inner wheel arch.

Pass 16 Jul 2020 9,470 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion in both front inner wheel arches

Fail 14 Jul 2020 9,470 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))

Front Service brake grabbing severely both (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion in both front inner wheel arches

Pass 27 Jun 2019 8,970 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

wiper switch insecure.

Fail 27 Jun 2019 8,970 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

wiper switch insecure.

Pass 29 Jun 2018 8,612 miles

Nearside Front Inner wing corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

wiper switch insecure

Pass 13 Jul 2017 8,080 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 4 Jul 2017 8,061 miles

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

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jun 2016 7,259 miles

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Jun 2016 7,259 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Jul 2015 6,889 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 6,889 miles

Centre Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Offside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 6,555 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 6,094 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 6,094 miles

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

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 5,812 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 5,812 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 5,193 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 4,603 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 3,901 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 3,278 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 2,757 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 2,721 miles

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

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 2,130 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 1,389 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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HOD 38V is a 1980 Bedford Cf in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 HOD 38V, 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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HOD 38V is a 1980 Bedford Cf, first registered on 14 June 1980.

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