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J980 CGP

1991 Vauxhall Rascal

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,171 mi
Last recorded45,171 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2010
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Rascal59,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ980 CGP
MakeVauxhall
ModelRascal
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2010 45,171 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 42,135 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

front tyres getting low

nearside front floor corroded not within perscribe area

offside rear lens cracked

Fail 4 Aug 2009 42,135 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

front tyres getting low

nearside front floor corroded not within perscribe area

offside rear lens cracked

Pass 25 Jul 2008 40,145 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 34,628 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 26,636 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2005 19,753 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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J980 CGP is a 1991 Vauxhall Rascal in Blue 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 J980 CGP, 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 J980 CGP registered?

J980 CGP is a 1991 Vauxhall Rascal, first registered on 14 August 1991.

Is J980 CGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J980 CGP 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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