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R863 KTC

1998 Ford Windstar

Maroon Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

294,995 mi
Last recorded294,995 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Ford Windstar107,917 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR863 KTC
MakeFord
ModelWindstar
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2009 294,995 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Jun 2009 294,352 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 269,276 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 271,473 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 240,633 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 213,838 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Jul 2006 213,838 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Ford Windstar?

Based on 822 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
7,925
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 54
position lamp(s) not working 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 32
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R863 KTC is a 1998 Ford Windstar in Maroon with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Ford Windstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 107,917 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 Ford Windstar fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R863 KTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Windstar typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Ford Windstar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R863 KTC registered?

R863 KTC is a 1998 Ford Windstar, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R863 KTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R863 KTC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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