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EU53 EMJ

2003 Proton Wira

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

78,823 mi
Last recorded78,823 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Proton Wira40,913 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 EMJ
MakeProton
ModelWira
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 78,823 miles

bonnet hinge damaged

both front tyres worn on inside edge

engine has a bad oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2016 74,727 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 74,727 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 69,197 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 69,197 miles

Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 63,996 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 Aug 2014 63,996 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2013 59,135 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 59,135 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 52,220 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 47,358 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 47,358 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 43,015 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edge

front brake pads low

Pass 11 Aug 2009 38,310 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 32,031 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 17,725 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 14,553 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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EU53 EMJ is a 2003 Proton Wira in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2003 Proton Wira models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 40,913 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 Wira fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 5,753 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU53 EMJ, 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 23 years old, this Proton Wira is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EU53 EMJ registered?

EU53 EMJ is a 2003 Proton Wira, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is EU53 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 EMJ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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