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E9 SDH

1997 Proton Compact

Purple Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,269 mi
Last recorded41,269 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Proton Compact64,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE9 SDH
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2014 41,269 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 41,247 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 41,229 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 41,180 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 40,877 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 40,262 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 39,348 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 30,772 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 29,643 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2005 29,643 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

How Reliable is the Proton Compact?

Based on 17,101 MOT tests across 2,067 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
4,368
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,067
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,657
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,136
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 749
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 744
Brake pipe excessively corroded 701
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E9 SDH is a 1997 Proton Compact in Purple with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Proton Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 64,857 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Compact fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E9 SDH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Compact typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Proton Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E9 SDH registered?

E9 SDH is a 1997 Proton Compact, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is E9 SDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E9 SDH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E9 SDH have outstanding finance?

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