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F660 PLW

1989 Bedford Rascal

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Bedford Rascal61,239 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF660 PLW
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2013

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

battery tray corroded

both rear arches corroded

Fail 18 Sep 2013

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

battery tray corroded

both rear arches corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2012 6,095 miles

battery box showing signs of corrosion.

corrosion appearing around both front wheel arch/foot well area`s.

exhaust showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 20 Sep 2011 5,457 miles

corrosion appearing around both front wheel arch/foot well area`s.

Fail 20 Sep 2011 5,457 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

corrosion appearing around both front wheel arch/foot well area`s.

Pass 27 Oct 2010 4,743 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 4,743 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

near side front and off side front arch and inner wing area corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2009 3,706 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 3,703 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 2,994 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 2,981 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 2,115 miles

general corrosion appearing underside of vehicle.

Pass 26 Sep 2006 822 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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F660 PLW is a 1989 Bedford Rascal in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 F660 PLW, 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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F660 PLW is a 1989 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 19 January 1989.

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