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EX51 VXU

2001 Proton Wira

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

56,455 mi
Last recorded56,455 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Proton Wira51,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 VXU
MakeProton
ModelWira
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 56,455 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2020 56,455 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 54,808 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 52,651 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING OUTER TREAD

Fail 17 Sep 2018 52,651 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING OUTER TREAD

Pass 11 Sep 2017 50,789 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 50,789 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour Lens cracked (1.1.A.3e)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Horn works on one operating point only.

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 48,904 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 47,207 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 45,364 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 45,364 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 43,763 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 43,763 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 42,056 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 40,017 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 40,017 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 38,095 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 35,632 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 33,807 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 31,725 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 31,725 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 29,490 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 29,490 miles

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

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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EX51 VXU is a 2001 Proton Wira in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2001 Proton Wira models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 51,285 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 EX51 VXU, 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 25 years old, this Proton Wira is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX51 VXU registered?

EX51 VXU is a 2001 Proton Wira, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is EX51 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 VXU shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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