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WIB 838

2001 Ford Lincoln

White Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

162,987 mi
Last recorded162,987 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Ford Lincoln117,096 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIB 838
MakeFord
ModelLincoln
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 162,987 miles

ADVISE REAR BRAKE INSPECTION

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 159,886 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 155,254 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 149,328 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 149,328 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 147,113 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear diff slightly leaking

Pass 30 Apr 2019 147,072 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 145,710 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 142,675 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 138,421 miles

Body has slight corrosion Offside and nearside outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 134,110 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 130,083 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 126,400 miles

both outer loewer sills corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2012 122,237 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 114,437 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 109,486 miles

Nearside Steering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 102,715 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 94,623 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 85,317 miles

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

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

surface corroshion to inner + outer sills

Pass 19 Jun 2006 75,337 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Lincoln?

Based on 1,753 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
3,736
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 99
Brake pipe excessively corroded 93
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 92
parking brake recording little or no effort 74
fog lamp not working 50
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WIB 838 is a 2001 Ford Lincoln in White with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2001 Ford Lincoln models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 117,096 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Lincoln fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WIB 838, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Lincoln typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 25 years old, this Ford Lincoln is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WIB 838 registered?

WIB 838 is a 2001 Ford Lincoln, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is WIB 838 safe to buy?

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