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Q872VAB

1996 Westfield 1600

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

24,396 mi
Last recorded24,396 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Westfield 160014,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ872VAB
MakeWestfield
Model1600
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 24,396 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Mar 2024 23,924 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 23,818 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 23,149 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Affected by indicators (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Apr 2021 22,538 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2021 22,538 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 21,293 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 20,348 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 18,200 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (pattern faint) (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 14,110 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 11,531 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 8,214 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 6,430 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 5,371 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 2,254 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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Q872VAB is a 1996 Westfield 1600 in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Westfield 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 14,416 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Westfield 1600 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q872VAB, 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 30 years old, this Westfield 1600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q872VAB registered?

Q872VAB is a 1996 Westfield 1600, first registered on 27 September 1996.

Is Q872VAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q872VAB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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