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E206 RTG

1987 Bedford Rascal

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

71,142 mi
Last recorded71,142 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 1987 Bedford Rascal60,590 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE206 RTG
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 71,142 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step and under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step and under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 71,135 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step and wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step and wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 71,065 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step and wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step and wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 71,050 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch and step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch and step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 71,029 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step and floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step and floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 70,876 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 70,854 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 70,850 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 70,061 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 69,761 miles

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

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 69,749 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 69,577 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 69,048 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 69,048 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 68,449 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 67,664 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 65,681 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 64,846 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 63,780 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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E206 RTG is a 1987 Bedford Rascal in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 E206 RTG, 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 E206 RTG registered?

E206 RTG is a 1987 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 8 December 1987.

Is E206 RTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E206 RTG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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