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Q348MTW

1996 Westfield 1600

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Westfield 160014,416 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ348MTW
MakeWestfield
Model1600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2017 2,844 miles

Head lights permanently masked up due to incorrect headlamp aim, DAY TIME MOT ONLY

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 2,714 miles

DAYTIME MOT ONLY

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

Nearside Front shock mounting bolt not fully through captive

Offside Front shock mounting bolt not fully through captive

all 4 tyres 2-3mm

brake fluid light not fitted from build

Fail 5 Apr 2016 2,712 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

DAYTIME MOT ONLY

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

Nearside Front shock mounting bolt not fully through captive

Offside Front shock mounting bolt not fully through captive

all 4 tyres 2-3mm

brake fluid light not fitted from build

Pass 17 Apr 2015 2,653 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 1,779 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 1,294 miles

v.slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 5 May 2006 931 miles

o/s front & rear side lights dim

slight play in both sides front wheel bearings

slight play in n/s/r suspension arm

How Reliable is the Westfield 1600?

Based on 6,004 MOT tests across 545 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
545
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 65
Stop lamp not working 63
Steering rack gaiter split 53
position lamp(s) not working 45
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
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Q348MTW is a 1996 Westfield 1600 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Westfield 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 14,416 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 1600 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q348MTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Westfield 1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 30 years old, this Westfield 1600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q348MTW registered?

Q348MTW is a 1996 Westfield 1600, first registered on 22 August 1996.

Is Q348MTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q348MTW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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