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H498 BGX

1991 Vauxhall Rascal

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

74,109 mi
Last recorded74,109 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2007
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Rascal59,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH498 BGX
MakeVauxhall
ModelRascal
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2007 74,109 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 74,101 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Front bumper insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Spare tyre defective

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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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H498 BGX is a 1991 Vauxhall Rascal in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 H498 BGX, 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 H498 BGX registered?

H498 BGX is a 1991 Vauxhall Rascal, first registered on 5 April 1991.

Is H498 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H498 BGX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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