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MWX 471V

1980 Bedford Cf

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

96,402 mi
Last recorded96,402 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 1980 Bedford Cf55,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWX 471V
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 96,402 miles

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

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

corrosion by both spring hangers

Pass 21 Dec 2016 94,236 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 89,368 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 87,616 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 87,609 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 837,740 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 82,727 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 82,729 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

revers lights not working

Pass 7 Mar 2007 81,549 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

under body coated with heavy underseal

Pass 13 Jul 2006 81,255 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 81,255 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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MWX 471V is a 1980 Bedford Cf in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 MWX 471V, 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 MWX 471V registered?

MWX 471V is a 1980 Bedford Cf, first registered on 14 May 1980.

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