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FY52 SFE

2002 Proton Wira

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,105 mi
Last recorded37,105 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2012
Typical for 2002 Proton Wira46,204 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 SFE
MakeProton
ModelWira
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2012 37,105 miles

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

age-cracks noted on all four tyres.

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 22 Jul 2012 37,040 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 18 Jul 2011 33,984 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 33,984 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 29,302 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Jun 2010 29,302 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 18,712 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 18,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Nov 2008 18,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 16,270 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 13,918 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 10,348 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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FY52 SFE is a 2002 Proton Wira in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FY52 SFE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY52 SFE registered?

FY52 SFE is a 2002 Proton Wira, first registered on 5 December 2002.

Is FY52 SFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY52 SFE shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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