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G781 GJC

1989 Vauxhall Rascal

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

64,530 mi
Last recorded64,530 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2009
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Rascal61,371 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG781 GJC
MakeVauxhall
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2009 64,530 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

nearside wing mirror does not provide veiw to rear

Fail 27 Apr 2009 64,530 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

nearside wing mirror does not provide veiw to rear

Pass 21 Apr 2008 62,556 miles

nearside mirror damaged

nearside rear tyre perished on tread

Fail 8 Apr 2008 62,492 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nearside mirror damaged

nearside rear tyre perished on tread

Pass 27 Mar 2007 56,217 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 56,217 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 48,671 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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G781 GJC is a 1989 Vauxhall Rascal in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G781 GJC, 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 G781 GJC registered?

G781 GJC is a 1989 Vauxhall Rascal, first registered on 29 December 1989.

Is G781 GJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G781 GJC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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