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JMU 353K

1972 Bedford Cf

White Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

64,816 mi
Last recorded64,816 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 1972 Bedford Cf67,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMU 353K
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 64,816 miles

all tyres slightly perished

Fail 5 Jun 2019 64,816 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

all tyres slightly perished

Pass 19 Aug 2017 64,309 miles

All tyres slightly deteriorated (sidewalls cracking)

Centre & rear exhaust hangers split but exhaust still supported

Fuel Filler Cap seal slightly deteriorated

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Aug 2017 64,309 miles

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

All tyres slightly deteriorated (sidewalls cracking)

Centre & rear exhaust hangers split but exhaust still supported

Fuel Filler Cap seal slightly deteriorated

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Aug 2016 63,466 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 Aug 2016 63,466 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2015 62,449 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2014 62,004 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 62,003 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 61,944 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres sidewalls cracked

Pass 3 Jul 2008 61,835 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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JMU 353K is a 1972 Bedford Cf in White with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 JMU 353K, 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

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What year was JMU 353K registered?

JMU 353K is a 1972 Bedford Cf, first registered on 31 January 1972.

Is JMU 353K safe to buy?

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