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WIB 8919

1997 Ford Lincoln

White Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

173,318 mi
Last recorded173,318 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Ford Lincoln123,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIB 8919
MakeFord
ModelLincoln
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 173,318 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 172,993 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 171,277 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 163,849 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 260,040 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 251,739 miles

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

advise rear brake inspection

Fail 29 Jun 2011 248,905 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

advise floor to sills corroded but vehicle as full chassis

Pass 29 Jun 2011 248,905 miles

advise floor to sills corroded but vehicle as full chassis

Pass 16 Jun 2010 244,435 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 240,207 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 May 2008 232,653 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 232,648 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

inner sills corroded but not to excess

rear exhaust clamps corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2007 224,305 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 215,240 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Lincoln?

Based on 1,753 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
3,736
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 99
Brake pipe excessively corroded 93
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 92
parking brake recording little or no effort 74
fog lamp not working 50
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WIB 8919 is a 1997 Ford Lincoln in White with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Lincoln models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 123,450 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Lincoln fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WIB 8919, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Lincoln typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Lincoln is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WIB 8919 registered?

WIB 8919 is a 1997 Ford Lincoln, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is WIB 8919 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WIB 8919 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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