BEDFORD RASCAL (1990)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 113 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
69%
Total Tests (2024)
113
Avg Mileage
58,152 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,740
Is the 1990 BEDFORD RASCAL reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 13 points below the national average of 82%.
At 34 years old, 69% of BEDFORD RASCALs from 1990 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 113 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 58,152 miles.
How does the 1990 BEDFORD RASCAL compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1990 BEDFORD RASCAL has 58,152 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 251,600 miles for a 34-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
How much does a 1990 BEDFORD RASCAL cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 1990 BEDFORD RASCAL
The 1990 BEDFORD RASCAL is a city car with a 970cc petrol engine. 113 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 89% of 1990 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 58,152 miles at 34 years old, BEDFORD RASCAL owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
1990 BEDFORD RASCAL Fuel Costs
The modest 970cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1990 BEDFORD RASCAL?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,740 (£145/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 69% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 1990 BEDFORD RASCAL
At 34 years old, the BEDFORD RASCAL is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.
Alternatives to the 1990 BEDFORD RASCAL
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- ROVER MINI (1990) 80% pass rate (+11%) from 2,886 tests
- PEUGEOT 205 (1990) 80% pass rate (+11%) from 1,931 tests
- NISSAN FIGARO (1991) 79% pass rate (+10%) from 1,029 tests
- FORD FIESTA (1991) 84% pass rate (+15%) from 854 tests