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F98 BEG

1989 Bedford Rascal

Green Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,406 mi
Last recorded101,406 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2008
Typical for 1989 Bedford Rascal61,239 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF98 BEG
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2008 101,406 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 9,267 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 5,208 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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F98 BEG is a 1989 Bedford Rascal in Green with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F98 BEG, 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 F98 BEG registered?

F98 BEG is a 1989 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 23 January 1989.

Is F98 BEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F98 BEG shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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