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F216 PRT

1989 Bedford Rascal

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

75,994 mi
Last recorded75,994 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 1989 Bedford Rascal61,239 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF216 PRT
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 75,994 miles

Offside Rear O/S/R brake has minor binding not affecting brake preformance

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 70,657 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front bullbar excessively corroded

Fail 27 Oct 2014 70,632 miles

Offside Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front bullbar excessively corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2013 67,337 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 60,740 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 60,616 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 55,655 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 50,821 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 50,756 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 44,558 miles

Corrossion at n/s/f panelwork just outside 30cm of seat belt mounting

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 38,548 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 38,386 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 33,477 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 28,840 miles

water leak

Pass 23 Nov 2005 25,347 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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F216 PRT is a 1989 Bedford Rascal in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1989 Bedford Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 61,239 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 F216 PRT, 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 37 years old, this Bedford Rascal is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F216 PRT registered?

F216 PRT is a 1989 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 3 January 1989.

Is F216 PRT safe to buy?

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