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E837 BOD

1988 Bedford Rascal

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

54,941 mi
Last recorded54,941 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2006
Typical for 1988 Bedford Rascal62,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE837 BOD
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2006 54,941 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

all brake pipes slightly corroded

both rear shock absorber bush's perishing

electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

non obligatory mirror damaged

oil leak

vehicle in very poor condition due to corrosion

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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E837 BOD is a 1988 Bedford Rascal in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E837 BOD, 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 E837 BOD registered?

E837 BOD is a 1988 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 8 April 1988.

Is E837 BOD safe to buy?

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