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E761 GJM

1988 Bedford Rascal

Red Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,019 mi
Last recorded27,019 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2007
Typical for 1988 Bedford Rascal62,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE761 GJM
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2007 27,019 miles

as per mot test fail sheet number 112204856366 carried out on 20-12-2006

Fail 20 Dec 2006 27,012 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

2 extra seats in rear of van not secured so assumed as cargo and not counted or assessed in test.

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

both front steps rusty

metal brake pipes

nearside front floorpan rusty

offside rear tyre near legal limit

play in steering pivot

rear spring mounts rusty

rumbling noise from rear axle

unable to fully inspect brake linings

various rust patches under vehicle

Pass 10 Nov 2005 20,528 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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E761 GJM is a 1988 Bedford Rascal in Red with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Bedford Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 62,522 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 E761 GJM, 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.

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What year was E761 GJM registered?

E761 GJM is a 1988 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 18 March 1988.

Is E761 GJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E761 GJM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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