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MFX 374W

1980 Bedford Cf

Blue Petrol 1759cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

88,197 mi
Last recorded88,197 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Bedford Cf55,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFX 374W
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,759cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 88,197 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 87,645 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all light switches worn

Fail 14 Jun 2018 87,645 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2016 87,107 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust has a temporary repair

Fail 24 Feb 2016 87,107 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust has a temporary repair

Pass 1 Aug 2014 86,156 miles

nearside front and both rear tyres perrished

offside front wheel arch corroded not in prescrbed area

Fail 26 Jul 2014 86,129 miles

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

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

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

nearside front and both rear tyres perrished

offside front wheel arch corroded not in prescrbed area

Pass 29 Aug 2013 85,985 miles

all tyres badly perished and split recomend replacement

both rear outter sills rusted though outter side prescribed area

nearside rear inner wheel arch rusted though outside prescribed area

offside front tyre worn heavily on outter edge

Fail 27 Aug 2013 85,985 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

all tyres badly perished and split recomend replacement

both rear outter sills rusted though outter side prescribed area

nearside rear inner wheel arch rusted though outside prescribed area

offside front tyre worn heavily on outter edge

Pass 21 Aug 2012 85,647 miles

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 18 Aug 2012 85,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 85,392 miles

outer sills corroded

centre exhaust mounting in poor condition & exhaust corroded

o/s/f tyre tread very low

Fail 25 Aug 2011 85,392 miles

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

centre exhaust mounting in poor condition & exhaust corroded

o/s/f tyre tread very low

outer sills corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2010 84,982 miles

all tyres perished

n/s headlight in poor condition

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

o/s/f wheel arch rusted badly

Pass 31 Jul 2009 83,480 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 82,070 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 82,070 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 80,641 miles

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

underbody corrosion

Pass 23 Aug 2006 78,111 miles

n/s/f headlight corroded

rear metal brake pipes corroded

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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MFX 374W is a 1980 Bedford Cf in Blue with a 1,759cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 MFX 374W, 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 MFX 374W registered?

MFX 374W is a 1980 Bedford Cf, first registered on 26 November 1980.

Is MFX 374W safe to buy?

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