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G156 OUF

1989 Bedford Rascal

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,184 mi
Last recorded89,184 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Bedford Rascal61,239 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG156 OUF
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 89,184 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 89,039 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arches (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 89,031 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arches (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 88,141 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 87,993 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 87,101 miles

Central Front steering idler has slight play

Pass 11 May 2017 86,737 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 85,970 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 85,252 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 85,032 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 85,032 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 83,358 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 82,457 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 79,034 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 76,623 miles

front tyres perished and worn on inside edge

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 29 Sep 2009 76,623 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front tyres perished and worn on inside edge

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2008 72,120 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 71,786 miles

Offside Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 71,786 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 71,175 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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G156 OUF is a 1989 Bedford Rascal in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G156 OUF, 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 G156 OUF registered?

G156 OUF is a 1989 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 4 August 1989.

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