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DG52 VAE

2002 Proton Wira

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

74,001 mi
Last recorded74,001 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 Proton Wira46,204 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 VAE
MakeProton
ModelWira
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2014 74,001 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 74,001 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 68,900 miles

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

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

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

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 22 Aug 2012 59,950 miles

EML Light on dash

Pass 8 Aug 2011 53,741 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 46,680 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 39,289 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 31,069 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 22,326 miles

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

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

both front wiper blades just starting to split

trace of oil on front of engine below oil filter

Pass 23 Aug 2006 15,054 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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DG52 VAE is a 2002 Proton Wira in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Proton Wira models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 46,204 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 DG52 VAE, 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 24 years old, this Proton Wira is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG52 VAE registered?

DG52 VAE is a 2002 Proton Wira, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is DG52 VAE safe to buy?

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