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YEX 688N

1974 Bedford Cf

White Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

77,608 mi
Last recorded77,608 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1974 Bedford Cf67,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEX 688N
MakeBedford
ModelCf
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 77,608 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 76,312 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 76,312 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2015 73,868 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 73,857 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 7 May 2014 71,063 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 71,020 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 71,013 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 71,010 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2011 70,734 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 70,732 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 19 May 2010 69,608 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 69,542 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 69,542 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 69,251 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2007 69,248 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 69,020 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 69,010 miles

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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YEX 688N is a 1974 Bedford Cf in White with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YEX 688N, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YEX 688N registered?

YEX 688N is a 1974 Bedford Cf, first registered on 5 August 1974.

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