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F183 EKO

1988 Bedford Rascal

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

63,953 mi
Last recorded63,953 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 1988 Bedford Rascal62,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF183 EKO
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 63,953 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 63,944 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 63,941 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 63,937 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 63,935 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 63,931 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 63,916 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 63,910 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 63,722 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 63,716 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 63,710 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 63,704 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 63,525 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 63,383 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 63,378 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 63,378 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 63,218 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 57,238 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 50,015 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 47,060 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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F183 EKO is a 1988 Bedford Rascal in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 F183 EKO, 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 F183 EKO registered?

F183 EKO is a 1988 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 28 November 1988.

Is F183 EKO safe to buy?

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