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A4 LVB

1998 Westfield SE

Blue Petrol 4300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

4,932 mi
Last recorded4,932 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Westfield SE11,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 LVB
MakeWestfield
ModelSE
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,300cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Apr 2026 4,932 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Prop shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2025 4,400 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 4,288 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 2,508 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 2,194 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 2,036 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 1,670 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 1,328 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 636 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 6,790 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 6,759 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2014 6,759 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 6,161 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 6,161 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 5,150 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 4,550 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 4,035 miles

†Some distortion to O/S/F wheel rim (inner edge), slight bulge in tyre sidewall

How Reliable is the Westfield SE?

Based on 3,225 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 35
Steering rack gaiter split 31
position lamp(s) not working 26
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 25
Stop lamp not working 25
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A4 LVB is a 1998 Westfield SE in Blue with a 4,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Westfield SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 11,834 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 Westfield SE fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A4 LVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Westfield SE typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 28 years old, this Westfield SE is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A4 LVB registered?

A4 LVB is a 1998 Westfield SE, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A4 LVB safe to buy?

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