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SCW 797P

1976 Bedford Cf

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

55,611 mi
Last recorded55,611 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1976 Bedford Cf57,519 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCW 797P
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 55,611 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 55,611 miles

Rear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 155,131 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 154,445 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 154,439 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 53,942 miles

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

REAR DIFF FRONT SEAL SLIGHT LEAK

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush BOTH REAR LOWER (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 53,322 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 52,137 miles

Oil leak

exhaust rubbers split

slight play in offside rear shocker

Pass 28 Sep 2012 51,234 miles

nearside front wheel bearing slight noise - no play

Pass 19 Sep 2011 50,223 miles

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

Oil leak

engine mounting split

exhaust hanger bolt missing

Pass 11 Oct 2010 49,147 miles

front exhaust mounting rubber broken

Fail 30 Sep 2010 49,138 miles

Front Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

front exhaust mounting rubber broken

Pass 29 Sep 2009 47,756 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 46,402 miles

rear side lamps dimming slightly with indicators on

Pass 25 Sep 2007 45,433 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 45,423 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 44,027 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 44,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Oct 2005 41,687 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 41,699 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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SCW 797P is a 1976 Bedford Cf in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 SCW 797P, 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 SCW 797P registered?

SCW 797P is a 1976 Bedford Cf, first registered on 4 May 1976.

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