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G753 LGC

1989 Bedford Rascal

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,037 mi
Last recorded94,037 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1989 Bedford Rascal61,239 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG753 LGC
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2015 94,037 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Oil leak

Rear Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 94,037 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2014 93,078 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

slight smear from the front wiper blades

Pass 24 Jan 2013 91,392 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 85,592 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 80,274 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 74,433 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 70,286 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 67,612 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 67,612 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 66,776 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 66,776 miles

Brake warning device indicates a leak in the brake system (3.3.E.3)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both front wheel arches repaired with body filler

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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G753 LGC is a 1989 Bedford Rascal in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G753 LGC, 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 G753 LGC registered?

G753 LGC is a 1989 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 25 October 1989.

Is G753 LGC safe to buy?

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