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PTR 586M

1974 Bedford Cf

Multi-colour Diesel 1760cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,077 mi
Last recorded43,077 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 1974 Bedford Cf67,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTR 586M
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1974
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,760cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2015 43,077 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 43,077 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2013 43,777 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 43,027 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 17 Jul 2012 43,027 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2011 42,969 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jul 2009 42,948 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 41,021 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 39,290 miles

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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PTR 586M is a 1974 Bedford Cf in Multi-colour with a 1,760cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1974 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 67,068 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 PTR 586M, 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 52 years old, this Bedford Cf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PTR 586M registered?

PTR 586M is a 1974 Bedford Cf, first registered on 2 April 1974.

Is PTR 586M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTR 586M shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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