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N977 BEW

1996 Ford Windstar

Blue Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,748 mi
Last recorded137,748 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2009
Typical for 1996 Ford Windstar94,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN977 BEW
MakeFord
ModelWindstar
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2009 137,748 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 133,889 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 128,805 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 128,805 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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N977 BEW is a 1996 Ford Windstar in Blue with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N977 BEW, 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 N977 BEW registered?

N977 BEW is a 1996 Ford Windstar, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N977 BEW safe to buy?

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