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CX53 DTZ

2003 Proton Gls

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

73,746 mi
Last recorded73,746 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 DTZ
MakeProton
ModelGls
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 73,746 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

sill covers fitted preventing full inspection of prescribed areas

Fail 19 Jan 2016 73,608 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

sill covers fitted preventing full inspection of prescribed areas

Pass 1 Jul 2014 69,213 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 64,567 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 59,058 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 51,864 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 9 Mar 2011 51,773 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S MIRROR SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 45,367 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 38,129 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 30,883 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 24,613 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Gls?

Based on 3,834 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
4,136
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 382
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 345
Brake pipe excessively corroded 201
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 156
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 131
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CX53 DTZ is a 2003 Proton Gls in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

The most common reason a Proton Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX53 DTZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Proton Gls is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CX53 DTZ registered?

CX53 DTZ is a 2003 Proton Gls, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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