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BJ03 GAU

2003 Proton Wira

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

83,047 mi
Last recorded83,047 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Proton Wira40,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 GAU
MakeProton
ModelWira
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2016 83,047 miles

Offside both o/s tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 14 Apr 2015 78,934 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

offside rear & front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Apr 2015 78,934 miles

Oil leak

offside rear & front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Apr 2014 74,104 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2013 69,674 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2012 64,728 miles

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

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

front discs and pads worn

Pass 20 Apr 2011 59,872 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 31 Mar 2010 53,425 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 47,066 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 39,767 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 31,494 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 22,997 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Wira?

Based on 57,151 MOT tests across 5,746 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
4,884
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
5,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 5,753
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,573
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,960
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,578
Stop lamp not working 1,305
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BJ03 GAU is a 2003 Proton Wira in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2003 Proton Wira models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 40,913 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Wira fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 5,753 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ03 GAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Wira typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Proton Wira is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJ03 GAU registered?

BJ03 GAU is a 2003 Proton Wira, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is BJ03 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ03 GAU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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