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PJI 2218

1991 Vauxhall Rascal

Grey Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

96,029 mi
Last recorded96,029 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Rascal59,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJI 2218
MakeVauxhall
ModelRascal
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 96,029 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 95,964 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2020 95,961 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 95,648 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 94,631 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 94,631 miles

Offside Fuel system component leaking fuel leak (pump) (7.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 93,168 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 27 Feb 2017 93,154 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Mar 2016 91,468 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 91,468 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 90,289 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 88,872 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 87,250 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 85,669 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 82,851 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 79,000 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 76,170 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 76,167 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 2 May 2007 71,461 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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PJI 2218 is a 1991 Vauxhall Rascal in Grey with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 PJI 2218, 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 PJI 2218 registered?

PJI 2218 is a 1991 Vauxhall Rascal, first registered on 19 August 1991.

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