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J657 GMU

1991 Vauxhall Rascal

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

84,913 mi
Last recorded84,913 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Rascal59,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ657 GMU
MakeVauxhall
ModelRascal
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 84,913 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 84,711 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 84,711 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 84,527 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 84,396 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 84,246 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 84,087 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 83,954 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 83,954 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 83,695 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 83,694 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 83,462 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 83,181 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 82,938 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor by pedals (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 82,663 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 82,663 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 82,392 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2012 82,168 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 81,896 miles

Rear fog should be replaced soon !!

Pass 25 Nov 2010 81,592 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 81,256 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 81,256 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 80,774 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 80,330 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 79,869 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 79,417 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 79,417 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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J657 GMU is a 1991 Vauxhall Rascal in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J657 GMU, 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 J657 GMU registered?

J657 GMU is a 1991 Vauxhall Rascal, first registered on 27 September 1991.

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