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P899 WMJ

1997 Ford Motor Caravan

Beige Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

56,532 mi
Last recorded56,532 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Ford Motor Caravan88,040 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP899 WMJ
MakeFord
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 56,532 miles

Front Outline marker lamp incorrect colour all front amber (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 May 2026 56,504 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Spare wheel likely to become detached (6.1.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Outline marker lamp incorrect colour all front amber (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 56,038 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 1 May 2024 56,038 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 55,216 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2022 54,782 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 53,453 miles

Front Upper Position lamp incorrect colour ALL (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 51,909 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 51,376 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2014 56,521 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 50,491 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 May 2013 50,491 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 49,013 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 47,584 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 45,758 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 45,691 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 44,061 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 43,346 miles

advise condition of rear anti roll bar bushs

Pass 22 Sep 2006 42,594 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Motor Caravan?

Based on 4,518 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
2,130
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 72
position lamp(s) not working 71
Registration plate lamp not working 65
fog lamp not working 59
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P899 WMJ is a 1997 Ford Motor Caravan in Beige with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 88,040 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P899 WMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P899 WMJ registered?

P899 WMJ is a 1997 Ford Motor Caravan, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P899 WMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P899 WMJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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