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OFA 212P

1976 Bedford Cf

Blue Diesel 1759cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2010
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

59,295 mi
Last recorded59,295 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2009
Typical for 1976 Bedford Cf57,519 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFA 212P
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,759cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2009 59,295 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

chassis has been badly corroded and has had extensive plating. unable to see top of chassis due to being covered by body.

Fail 21 Aug 2008 59,257 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2007 58,977 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2007 58,975 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

Fail 22 Sep 2006 58,948 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

two corrosion holes in o/s chassis not with in 12 inches of structural point.

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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OFA 212P is a 1976 Bedford Cf in Blue with a 1,759cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1976 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 57,519 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 OFA 212P, 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 50 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 OFA 212P registered?

OFA 212P is a 1976 Bedford Cf, first registered on 31 May 1976.

Is OFA 212P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFA 212P shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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