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BU53 OPT

2003 Proton Satria

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,392 mi
Last recorded35,392 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Proton Satria41,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 OPT
MakeProton
ModelSatria
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2015 35,392 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 29,738 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 23,541 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 18,383 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 14,546 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 10,423 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 5,854 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 4,360 miles

o/s wiper blade starting to split

Pass 25 Oct 2007 36,052 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 25,535 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Satria?

Based on 31,089 MOT tests across 2,780 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
4,555
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,899
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,856
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,809
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,274
fog lamp not working 1,259
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BU53 OPT is a 2003 Proton Satria in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Proton Satria models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 41,761 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Satria fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,899 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 OPT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 OPT registered?

BU53 OPT is a 2003 Proton Satria, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BU53 OPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 OPT shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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