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LFB 85J

1971 Bedford Cf

Cream Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,230 mi
Last recorded20,230 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2013
Typical for 1971 Bedford Cf43,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFB 85J
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1971
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2013 20,230 miles

Coolant leak

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Oil leak

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

underbody corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2012 20,156 miles

Oil leak

battery inserure

underbody corrosion

Fail 25 Jun 2012 20,156 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

battery inserure

underbody corrosion

Pass 11 Jun 2011 19,101 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

underbody corrosion but not within 30cm off side front

Pass 17 Jul 2010 734 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

both front tyres side walls deteriating

under body corrosion

Fail 17 Jul 2010 734 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

both front tyres side walls deteriating

under body corrosion

Pass 24 Aug 2005 599 miles

general corrosion to vehicle body

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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LFB 85J is a 1971 Bedford Cf in Cream with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1971 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 43,896 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 LFB 85J, 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 55 years old, this Bedford Cf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LFB 85J registered?

LFB 85J is a 1971 Bedford Cf, first registered on 20 July 1971.

Is LFB 85J safe to buy?

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