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PFX 428W

1981 Bedford CF250

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,747 mi
Last recorded91,747 miles
Recorded on27 May 2010
Typical for 1981 Bedford CF25062,565 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFX 428W
MakeBedford
ModelCF250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc
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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2010 91,747 miles

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

vehicle body has corrosion in area's

Fail 22 May 2010 91,746 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

both rear inner arches corroded

vehicle body has corrosion in area's

vehicle fitted with rear step which petrudes the rear

Pass 6 Apr 2009 91,064 miles

body poor

chassie corroded o/s/f

Fail 2 Apr 2009 91,056 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

body poor

chassie corroded o/s/f

Pass 17 Apr 2008 89,854 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 89,845 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

floor and body poor

slight judder on front brakes

the three other tyres very poor

Pass 1 May 2007 89,383 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 89,301 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 26 May 2006 89,158 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 89,158 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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PFX 428W is a 1981 Bedford CF250 in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Bedford CF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 62,565 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 CF250 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PFX 428W, 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 45 years old, this Bedford CF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PFX 428W registered?

PFX 428W is a 1981 Bedford CF250, first registered on 17 June 1981.

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