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N144 MAF

1996 Ford Windstar

Green Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

144,919 mi
Last recorded144,919 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2008
Typical for 1996 Ford Windstar94,497 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN144 MAF
MakeFord
ModelWindstar
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2008 144,919 miles

n/s/f tyre cracking on side wall and worn on edges

Fail 1 Aug 2008 144,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

n/s/f tyre cracking on side wall and worn on edges

Pass 13 Aug 2007 141,634 miles

headlamps have poor pattern

rear tyres starting to crack

shocks feel very soft all round

Fail 1 Aug 2007 141,634 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

headlamps have poor pattern

rear tyres starting to crack

rear whel bearing have slight play

shocks feel very soft all round

How Reliable is the Ford Windstar?

Based on 822 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
7,925
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 54
position lamp(s) not working 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 32
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N144 MAF is a 1996 Ford Windstar in Green with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Ford Windstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 94,497 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 Ford Windstar fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N144 MAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Windstar typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Ford Windstar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N144 MAF registered?

N144 MAF is a 1996 Ford Windstar, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N144 MAF safe to buy?

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