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Q499VAF

1996 Westfield 1600

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,815 mi
Last recorded19,815 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Westfield 160014,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ499VAF
MakeWestfield
Model1600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 19,815 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 19,633 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 19,598 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 19,244 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 18,935 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 18,636 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 18,636 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 18,547 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 18,455 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 17,960 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 17,622 miles

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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Q499VAF is a 1996 Westfield 1600 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Westfield 1600 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q499VAF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q499VAF registered?

Q499VAF is a 1996 Westfield 1600, first registered on 15 May 1996.

Is Q499VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q499VAF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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