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BU03 URA

2003 Proton Impian

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,587 mi
Last recorded69,587 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Proton Impian52,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 URA
MakeProton
ModelImpian
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Oct 2011 69,587 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 69,587 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 67,523 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 61,115 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 48,415 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 48,415 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 39,286 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 25,684 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 25,684 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

all brakes discs corroded

both rear tyres worn on edges

front wiper blades worn

How Reliable is the Proton Impian?

Based on 29,773 MOT tests across 2,440 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,608
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,274
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 881
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 718
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BU03 URA is a 2003 Proton Impian in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Proton Impian models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 52,107 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 Proton Impian fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU03 URA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Impian typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Proton Impian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 URA registered?

BU03 URA is a 2003 Proton Impian, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BU03 URA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 URA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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