Proton Wira Lux Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Proton Wira Lux reliable? We analysed 577 real MOT tests across 124 vehicles to find out.
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The Proton Wira Lux is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, steering rack gaiter split and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Proton Wira Lux.
Proton Wira Lux Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Proton Wira Lux. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Proton Wira Lux MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Proton Wira Lux to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Proton Wira Lux Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Proton Wira Lux fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Proton Wira Lux Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Proton Wira Lux owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Proton Wira Lux MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Proton Wira Lux year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 450 | 64.2% | 38,661 | 54,787 | 75,449 |
How Long Does a Proton Wira Lux Last?
Based on 124 Proton Wira Lux vehicles on UK roads.
Proton Wira Lux Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Proton Wira Lux MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Proton Wira Lux
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
64.2% MOT pass rate from 450 tests
The best year to buy a used Proton Wira Lux is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 64.2% across 450 tests.
How Does the Proton Wira Lux Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proton Wira Lux THIS CAR | 64.8% | 577 | 55,334 mi | 25 yrs |
| Proton Persona | 66% | 104,196 | 68,588 mi | 32 yrs |
| Proton GEN-2 | 70.5% | 59,272 | 46,580 mi | 22 yrs |
| Proton Wira | 70.1% | 57,151 | 47,970 mi | 26 yrs |
| Royal Alloy Tg 300 Lc E5 | 93.2% | 249 | 3,214 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Proton Persona (66.0% pass rate) and the Proton GEN-2 (70.5% pass rate), the Proton Wira Lux trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Proton Wira Lux has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.8% across 577 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Proton Wira Lux are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (58 recorded failures), steering rack gaiter split (57), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (48). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Proton Wira Lux owner drives around 9,132 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Proton Wira Lux models stay on UK roads for around 25 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.