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SWH 521T

1998 Westfield 1600

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

761 mi
Last recorded761 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Westfield 16007,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWH 521T
MakeWestfield
Model1600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 761 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2018 757 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 748 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

very slight play in both front wheels

Fail 4 Sep 2014 748 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

very slight play in both front wheels

Pass 8 Aug 2013 744 miles

offside steering rack boot deteriorated

Pass 10 Aug 2012 735 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jul 2011 729 miles

oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2010 723 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2009 702 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2008 675 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 661 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 651 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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SWH 521T is a 1998 Westfield 1600 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Westfield 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 7,559 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 SWH 521T, 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 28 years old, this Westfield 1600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SWH 521T registered?

SWH 521T is a 1998 Westfield 1600, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is SWH 521T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWH 521T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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