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F674 JNJ

1988 Bedford Rascal

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

49,810 mi
Last recorded49,810 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2014
Typical for 1988 Bedford Rascal62,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF674 JNJ
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2014 49,810 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2014 49,805 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 48,910 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 47,602 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 46,159 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 46,159 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2010 44,342 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 42,626 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 42,625 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Steering column shaft locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 40,611 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 38,839 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 38,818 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 18 Mar 2006 35,653 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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F674 JNJ is a 1988 Bedford Rascal in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 F674 JNJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F674 JNJ registered?

F674 JNJ is a 1988 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 19 October 1988.

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The MOT history for F674 JNJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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