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D498 MKE

1986 Vauxhall Rascal

Yellow Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,324 mi
Last recorded74,324 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Rascal67,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD498 MKE
MakeVauxhall
ModelRascal
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 74,324 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 74,221 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 73,953 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 73,887 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 73,733 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 73,566 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 73,554 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 73,447 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 73,885 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 73,378 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 73,265 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 73,116 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 72,980 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 72,959 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 72,798 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 22 Mar 2012 72,166 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 71,951 miles

Body has corrosion

Pass 17 Oct 2009 71,711 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 71,598 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 71,296 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

offside front tyre detiroated

Pass 17 Jun 2006 70,407 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 69,460 miles

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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D498 MKE is a 1986 Vauxhall Rascal in Yellow with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 D498 MKE, 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

How do I check the history of D498 MKE?

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What year was D498 MKE registered?

D498 MKE is a 1986 Vauxhall Rascal, first registered on 27 November 1986.

Is D498 MKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D498 MKE shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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