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EU53 RWK

2003 Proton Jumbuck

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

71,240 mi
Last recorded71,240 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Proton Jumbuck49,575 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 RWK
MakeProton
ModelJumbuck
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 71,240 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded age related

Pass 2 Nov 2024 69,506 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 69,062 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2023 65,773 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear light lens repaired with tape

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides outer sills and covers fitted not allowing full inspection (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2023 68,764 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides outer sills and covers fitted not allowing full inspection (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 62,250 miles

Nearside Front slight noise from wheel bearing

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of panels

Pass 22 Jul 2021 59,212 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 56,787 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive water pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 55,412 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 44,877 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 38,498 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front wearing on the inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 31,573 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 31,573 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 25,026 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Pass 29 Nov 2013 19,827 miles

Both rear tyres perishing - replacement recommended

Fail 29 Nov 2013 19,822 miles

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

Both rear tyres perishing - replacement recommended

Pass 30 Nov 2012 15,421 miles

both front tyres perishing

Fail 14 Dec 2011 15,316 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 15,316 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 14,723 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 14,375 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 13,841 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 12,476 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 10,786 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Jumbuck?

Based on 28,247 MOT tests across 1,667 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
3,628
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,667
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,651
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 805
Brake pipe excessively corroded 744
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 655
Registration plate lamp not working 478
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EU53 RWK is a 2003 Proton Jumbuck in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Proton Jumbuck models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 49,575 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Jumbuck fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU53 RWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was EU53 RWK registered?

EU53 RWK is a 2003 Proton Jumbuck, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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