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G37 ARL

1989 Bedford Rascal

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

68,615 mi
Last recorded68,615 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 Bedford Rascal61,239 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG37 ARL
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 68,615 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight engine oil leak

welding repairs to underside

Fail 28 Mar 2025 68,615 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight engine oil leak

welding repairs to underside

Pass 30 Jan 2024 68,311 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 62,856 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 61,706 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 May 2018 61,552 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 61,190 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 60,707 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 59,432 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 58,750 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 58,447 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 58,169 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 57,853 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 56,275 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 54,806 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 54,057 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 52,368 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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G37 ARL is a 1989 Bedford Rascal in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 G37 ARL, 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 G37 ARL registered?

G37 ARL is a 1989 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 1 November 1989.

Is G37 ARL safe to buy?

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