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F409 EWD

1989 Bedford Rascal

Yellow Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

14,316 mi
Last recorded14,316 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Bedford Rascal61,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF409 EWD
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 14,316 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 14,232 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 14,046 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 13,886 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 13,814 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 13,812 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 73,674 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 13,673 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 13,101 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 12,447 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 11,913 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 11,697 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 11,783 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 11,698 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 11,698 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 7 Feb 2012 11,953 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 11,953 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 11,227 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 11,055 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 10,686 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 10,358 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 9,724 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2007 9,719 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 9,544 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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F409 EWD is a 1989 Bedford Rascal in Yellow with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 F409 EWD, 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 F409 EWD registered?

F409 EWD is a 1989 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 22 March 1989.

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