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TST 5K

1972 Bedford Cf

Multi-colour Diesel 1760cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,115 mi
Last recorded80,115 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2012
Typical for 1972 Bedford Cf67,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTST 5K
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1972
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,760cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2012 80,115 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

Pass 17 May 2011 80,111 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 79,565 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 76,950 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 73,280 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 69,875 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 69,835 miles

Front Upper Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 68,174 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 68,174 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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TST 5K is a 1972 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 77.8%.

Across all 1972 Bedford Cf models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 67,818 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 TST 5K, 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 54 years old, this Bedford Cf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TST 5K registered?

TST 5K is a 1972 Bedford Cf, first registered on 28 July 1972.

Is TST 5K safe to buy?

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