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G281 DPA

1989 Proton Gl

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,750 mi
Last recorded37,750 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2009
Typical for 1989 Proton Gl64,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG281 DPA
MakeProton
ModelGl
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2009 37,750 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY CORRODED

Pass 25 Feb 2008 36,764 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 34,506 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 32,184 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Feb 2006 32,184 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

How Reliable is the Proton Gl?

Based on 5,105 MOT tests across 1,264 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
3,996
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,264
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 446
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 402
Steering rack gaiter split 328
Brake pipe excessively corroded 261
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 188
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G281 DPA is a 1989 Proton Gl in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Proton Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 64,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G281 DPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Proton Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G281 DPA registered?

G281 DPA is a 1989 Proton Gl, first registered on 30 November 1989.

Is G281 DPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G281 DPA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G281 DPA have outstanding finance?

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