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P743 XAB

1997 Westfield Sports

Blue Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,153 mi
Last recorded13,153 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Westfield Sports14,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP743 XAB
MakeWestfield
ModelSports
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2009 13,153 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 12,352 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 12,352 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2007
Fail 5 Dec 2007

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering column damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 11,463 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2005 10,076 miles

How Reliable is the Westfield Sports?

Based on 2,043 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
408
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 17
Stop lamp not working 16
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 16
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 13
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P743 XAB is a 1997 Westfield Sports in Blue with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Westfield Sports models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 14,038 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 Sports fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P743 XAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Westfield Sports typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Westfield Sports is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P743 XAB registered?

P743 XAB is a 1997 Westfield Sports, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P743 XAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P743 XAB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P743 XAB have outstanding finance?

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