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D462 WGW

1986 Vauxhall Rascal

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

20,609 mi
Last recorded20,609 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Rascal67,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD462 WGW
MakeVauxhall
ModelRascal
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 20,609 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 19,258 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 18,197 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2024 18,186 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 16,866 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 16,238 miles

Front front steering idler bush slight wear

Pass 3 May 2018 16,021 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 16,006 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 15,043 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 25 Feb 2016 15,043 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 14,340 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 14,074 miles

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 12,753 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 9,959 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 7,391 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 5,029 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 3,287 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 1,424 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 69,142 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 69,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Rascal?

Based on 30,067 MOT tests across 5,181 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
1,586
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
5,181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,785
fog lamp not working 1,982
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,802
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,564
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,381
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D462 WGW is a 1986 Vauxhall Rascal in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1986 Vauxhall Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 67,842 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Rascal fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,785 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D462 WGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Rascal typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Vauxhall Rascal is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D462 WGW registered?

D462 WGW is a 1986 Vauxhall Rascal, first registered on 4 August 1986.

Is D462 WGW safe to buy?

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