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J161 JBP

1991 Vauxhall Rascal

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,716 mi
Last recorded87,716 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2010
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Rascal59,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ161 JBP
MakeVauxhall
ModelRascal
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2010 87,716 miles

front tyre sidewalls cracked with age

Pass 2 Nov 2009 86,856 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 86,856 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 85,766 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 84,217 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 81,977 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 78,981 miles

Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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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J161 JBP is a 1991 Vauxhall Rascal in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Vauxhall Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 59,748 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 J161 JBP, 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 35 years old, this Vauxhall Rascal is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J161 JBP registered?

J161 JBP is a 1991 Vauxhall Rascal, first registered on 8 August 1991.

Is J161 JBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J161 JBP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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