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G547 GAJ

1990 Bedford Rascal

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

56,280 mi
Last recorded56,280 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Bedford Rascal57,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG547 GAJ
MakeBedford
ModelRascal
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 56,280 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2025 56,280 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 55,456 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2024 55,456 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 54,939 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 54,292 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 53,768 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 52,658 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 50,850 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test and frame loose at mounting bolts ()

Pass 28 Jul 2017 49,144 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 47,677 miles

Rear wheels stiff to rotate

Pass 15 Aug 2015 46,911 miles

offside rear wheel stiff to rotate

Pass 25 Jul 2014 45,774 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 44,551 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 42,019 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 40,751 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 39,019 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 38,400 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 37,782 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 35,328 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 33,537 miles

How Reliable is the Bedford Rascal?

Based on 15,670 MOT tests across 1,845 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
1,066
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,845
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,021
fog lamp not working 778
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 710
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 591
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 491
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G547 GAJ is a 1990 Bedford Rascal in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1990 Bedford Rascal models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 57,415 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bedford Rascal fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,021 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G547 GAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bedford Rascal typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 36 years old, this Bedford Rascal is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G547 GAJ registered?

G547 GAJ is a 1990 Bedford Rascal, first registered on 24 June 1990.

Is G547 GAJ safe to buy?

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