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E531 AKO

1988 Bedford Rascal

Red Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

32,793 mi
Last recorded32,793 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Bedford Rascal62,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE531 AKO
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 32,793 miles

Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2025 32,741 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 30,895 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Leaf spring corroded as well (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 30,864 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2022 30,860 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear tyre cracking.

both rear brake pipes rusty.

Pass 14 Dec 2020 30,812 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracking to cord nearly to cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracking to cord nearly to cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracking to cord nearly to cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracking to cord nearly to cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 30,239 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 1 May 2018 29,628 miles

all 4 tyres perished.

Pass 26 Apr 2017 28,944 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Apr 2017 28,931 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear brake has slight bind.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 28,130 miles

tyres perished on walls.

Fail 13 Apr 2015 27,407 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

n/s/rear service brake performance could be better

Pass 13 Apr 2015 27,407 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

n/s/rear service brake performance could be better

Pass 15 Apr 2014 26,680 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 25,876 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 25,541 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 24,627 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 24,627 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 23,971 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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E531 AKO is a 1988 Bedford Rascal in Red with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1988 Bedford Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 62,522 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 E531 AKO, 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 38 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 E531 AKO registered?

E531 AKO is a 1988 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 2 July 1988.

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