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G553 PMV

1989 Vauxhall Rascal

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,201 mi
Last recorded30,201 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2022
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Rascal61,371 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG553 PMV
MakeVauxhall
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2022 30,201 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 30,190 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 30,049 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 30,011 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Exhaust Pipe Snapped From Centre Box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure Rear Exhaust Hanger Broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 29,779 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 29,120 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 29,120 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 26,366 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 24,387 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 23,759 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 20,857 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 162,468 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 14,188 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 13,742 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 13,742 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 13,317 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 13,248 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 11,954 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 11,954 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2006 11,459 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Rascal?

Based on 30,067 MOT tests across 5,181 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
1,586
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
5,181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,785
fog lamp not working 1,982
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,802
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,564
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,381
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G553 PMV is a 1989 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 61,371 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Rascal fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,785 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G553 PMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Rascal typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Vauxhall Rascal is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G553 PMV registered?

G553 PMV is a 1989 Vauxhall Rascal, first registered on 29 September 1989.

Is G553 PMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G553 PMV shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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