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G118 TYP

1989 Vauxhall Rascal

Yellow Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,914 mi
Last recorded85,914 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2010
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Rascal61,371 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG118 TYP
MakeVauxhall
ModelRascal
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2010 85,914 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 83,374 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 83,374 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 78,715 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 75,360 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 73,596 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 73,480 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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G118 TYP is a 1989 Vauxhall Rascal in Yellow with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Vauxhall Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 61,371 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 G118 TYP, 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 37 years old, this Vauxhall Rascal is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G118 TYP registered?

G118 TYP is a 1989 Vauxhall Rascal, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is G118 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G118 TYP 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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