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D769 YFL

1987 Bedford Rascal

Red Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

69,445 mi
Last recorded69,445 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1987 Bedford Rascal60,590 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD769 YFL
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 69,445 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jan 2026 69,445 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 69,072 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 68,565 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 67,730 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 66,641 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 65,383 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Washer jets weak

Pass 1 Apr 2019 65,266 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 64,425 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 63,417 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 62,290 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 61,009 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 59,934 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 58,459 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 57,832 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 56,158 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 54,207 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 52,824 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 51,723 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 49,927 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 49,272 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Rascal?

Based on 15,670 MOT tests across 1,845 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
1,066
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,845
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,021
fog lamp not working 778
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 710
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 591
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 491
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D769 YFL is a 1987 Bedford Rascal in Red with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1987 Bedford Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 60,590 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Rascal fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,021 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D769 YFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Rascal typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Bedford Rascal is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D769 YFL registered?

D769 YFL is a 1987 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 11 February 1987.

Is D769 YFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D769 YFL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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