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VFS 548V

1979 Bedford CF250

White Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

90,801 mi
Last recorded90,801 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2006
Typical for 1979 Bedford CF25057,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFS 548V
MakeBedford
ModelCF250
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2006 90,801 miles

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

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front 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 Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

propshaft u/j worn to excess

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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VFS 548V is a 1979 Bedford CF250 in White with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1979 Bedford CF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.8% with a typical mileage of 57,916 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 VFS 548V, 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 47 years old, this Bedford CF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VFS 548V registered?

VFS 548V is a 1979 Bedford CF250, first registered on 18 September 1979.

Is VFS 548V safe to buy?

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