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D865 FRU

1986 Bedford Rascal

Red Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,516 mi
Last recorded51,516 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2013
Typical for 1986 Bedford Rascal58,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD865 FRU
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Dec 2013 51,516 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 43,978 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 41,625 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 40,595 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 39,695 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 38,721 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 37,591 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 36,329 miles

Some pitting to both front discs.

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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D865 FRU is a 1986 Bedford Rascal in Red with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1986 Bedford Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 58,321 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 D865 FRU, 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 40 years old, this Bedford Rascal is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D865 FRU registered?

D865 FRU is a 1986 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 17 November 1986.

Is D865 FRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D865 FRU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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