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G994 RAP

1989 Bedford Rascal

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

62,293 mi
Last recorded62,293 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 1989 Bedford Rascal61,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG994 RAP
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 62,293 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 62,172 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 61,412 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 60,562 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 588,525 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 58,793 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 51,971 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear- to and from limiter valve (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 50,330 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 47,967 miles

Coolant leak

both rear shocks securing nuts of non locking type

exhaust bracket and tail pipe corroaded

fuel tank and filler neck corroaded

Pass 4 Mar 2013 46,672 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 46,344 miles

BRAKE PIPES CORRODED

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

REAR TYRES PERISHING

Pass 22 Feb 2011 45,426 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2010 43,998 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

corrosion on brake pipes.

Pass 26 Feb 2009 40,869 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 36,149 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 34,822 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 34,822 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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G994 RAP 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 88.2%.

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 G994 RAP, 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 G994 RAP registered?

G994 RAP is a 1989 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G994 RAP safe to buy?

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