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F291 RHU

1989 Vauxhall Rascal

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

67,841 mi
Last recorded67,841 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2024
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Rascal61,371 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF291 RHU
MakeVauxhall
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2024 67,841 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 67,099 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 67,099 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 66,879 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 May 2009 66,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 May 2009 66,381 miles

Nearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 23 May 2008 62,756 miles

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

genral under body corrosion

offside wiper in poor condition

Pass 23 May 2008 62,756 miles

genral under body corrosion

offside wiper in poor condition

Pass 29 May 2007 61,466 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 58,005 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Rascal?

Based on 30,067 MOT tests across 5,181 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
1,586
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
5,181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,785
fog lamp not working 1,982
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,802
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,564
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,381
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F291 RHU is a 1989 Vauxhall Rascal in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1989 Vauxhall Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 61,371 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Rascal fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,785 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F291 RHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Rascal typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Vauxhall Rascal is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F291 RHU registered?

F291 RHU is a 1989 Vauxhall Rascal, first registered on 17 March 1989.

Is F291 RHU safe to buy?

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