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P788 XDE

1997 Westfield Seiw

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,555 mi
Last recorded4,555 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Westfield Seiw14,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP788 XDE
MakeWestfield
ModelSeiw
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 4,555 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 4,555 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 4,392 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2025 4,392 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 5,611 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 2,177 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 1,927 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 1,445 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 1,162 miles

n/s front brake slightly binding

Pass 28 Jul 2012 598 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 19,582 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 18,853 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 18,645 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 18,457 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 17,553 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 15,629 miles

How Reliable is the Westfield Seiw?

Based on 2,216 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
416
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 11
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 9
Headlamp aim too high 9
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 8
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 7
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P788 XDE is a 1997 Westfield Seiw in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Westfield Seiw models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 14,478 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 Seiw fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P788 XDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Westfield Seiw typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Westfield Seiw is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P788 XDE registered?

P788 XDE is a 1997 Westfield Seiw, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P788 XDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P788 XDE shows 16 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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