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P996 GPF

1997 Lincoln Town Car

Cream Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,746 mi
Last recorded154,746 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Lincoln Town Car120,988 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP996 GPF
MakeLincoln
ModelTown Car
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 154,746 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 152,083 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 148,950 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 146,141 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 146,086 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Apr 2022 142,521 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2022 142,521 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2021 142,518 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 4 May 2021 142,515 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play from steering box to linkage (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported alng inner sill (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

How Reliable is the Lincoln Town Car?

Based on 2,774 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
3,225
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
327
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 124
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 111
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 102
fog lamp not working 82
parking brake recording little or no effort 77
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P996 GPF is a 1997 Lincoln Town Car in Cream with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Lincoln Town Car models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 120,988 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 Lincoln Town Car fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P996 GPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lincoln Town Car typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Lincoln Town Car is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P996 GPF registered?

P996 GPF is a 1997 Lincoln Town Car, first registered on 2 February 1997.

Is P996 GPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P996 GPF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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