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J523 NEA

1991 Vauxhall Rascal

Red Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

96,405 mi
Last recorded96,405 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2009
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Rascal59,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ523 NEA
MakeVauxhall
ModelRascal
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2009 96,405 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 96,387 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 92,699 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2008 92,698 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 88,620 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 88,619 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 May 2006 82,293 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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J523 NEA is a 1991 Vauxhall Rascal in Red with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 J523 NEA, 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 J523 NEA registered?

J523 NEA is a 1991 Vauxhall Rascal, first registered on 20 September 1991.

Is J523 NEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J523 NEA 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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