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LBM 201V

1980 Bedford CF250

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

200,001 mi
Last recorded200,001 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1980 Bedford CF25071,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBM 201V
MakeBedford
ModelCF250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 200,001 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 20,001 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 19,503 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jul 2015 19,503 miles

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 19,041 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

fuel filler pipe perishing

o/s rear tyre perishing

Fail 6 Jul 2011 19,033 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

fuel filler pipe perishing

o/s rear tyre perishing

Pass 28 Jun 2010 16,451 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

camper van

Pass 1 Jun 2009 14,218 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 May 2008 12,579 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Fail 15 May 2008 12,564 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

o/s front & n/s rear binding

Fail 21 Mar 2007 11,900 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Oil leak

scuff mark on screen

Pass 21 Mar 2007 11,900 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

scuff mark on screen

Pass 21 Mar 2006 10,368 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

How Reliable is the Bedford CF250?

Based on 1,642 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

62.8%
Pass Rate
696
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 158
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 121
brake application uneven 112
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 78
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 77
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LBM 201V is a 1980 Bedford CF250 in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1980 Bedford CF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 71,822 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford CF250 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LBM 201V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford CF250 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this Bedford CF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LBM 201V is a 1980 Bedford CF250, first registered on 12 January 1980.

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