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Q686HNG

1987 Westfield 1600

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,588 mi
Last recorded1,588 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Westfield 16009,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ686HNG
MakeWestfield
Model1600
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 1,588 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 1,253 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/70/13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess slight fray (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/70/13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 957 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 542 miles

o/s/r handbrake cable slightly frayed

Fail 15 May 2018 540 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

o/s/r handbrake cable slightly frayed

Pass 19 Apr 2016 395 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2015 20,620 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Apr 2015 20,620 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 20,472 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 20,138 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 20,091 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 19,196 miles

How Reliable is the Westfield 1600?

Based on 6,004 MOT tests across 545 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
545
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 65
Stop lamp not working 63
Steering rack gaiter split 53
position lamp(s) not working 45
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
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Q686HNG is a 1987 Westfield 1600 in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Westfield 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 9,286 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 1600 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q686HNG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Westfield 1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 39 years old, this Westfield 1600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q686HNG registered?

Q686HNG is a 1987 Westfield 1600, first registered on 15 September 1987.

Is Q686HNG safe to buy?

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