CarVerify

Free Car Check

Q968GFY

1997 Westfield 1600

Green Petrol 1596cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Westfield 160010,823 mi
4 checks still locked for this Westfield
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ968GFY
MakeWestfield
Model1600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc
View full Westfield 1600 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

both side flasher slightly faster than normal

front seats fitted with harness type seat belts

parts of body on underside not secure

Pass 25 Mar 2020 26,297 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2015 24,526 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 21,684 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 20,152 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 17,318 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 17,318 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 134,486 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 10,550 miles

brake flex hoses at front close to wheels on full lock.

pin hole in n/s steering rack gaiter.

Pass 26 Jan 2009 10,016 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 9,273 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 7,905 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 79,058 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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
Full Westfield 1600 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Q968GFY is a 1997 Westfield 1600 in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Westfield 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 10,823 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 Q968GFY, 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 29 years old, this Westfield 1600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Q968GFY?

You can check the full history of Q968GFY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Q968GFY registered?

Q968GFY is a 1997 Westfield 1600, first registered on 22 July 1997.

Is Q968GFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q968GFY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Q968GFY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Q968GFY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.