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G728 VMU

1989 Proton 1.5 Gl

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

107,641 mi
Last recorded107,641 miles
Recorded on9 May 2006
Typical for 1989 Proton 1.5 Gl63,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG728 VMU
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 May 2006 107,641 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Inner Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Fail 27 Apr 2006 107,608 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

n/s/f o/s/f suspension mounting busher slight wore

n/s/f o/s/f tyre whereing on inn ege

o/s/f outer cv boot slight leaking but not excess

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Gl?

Based on 10,810 MOT tests across 2,271 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
2,870
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 917
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 607
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 567
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 355
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G728 VMU is a 1989 Proton 1.5 Gl in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1989 Proton 1.5 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 63,909 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 1.5 Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 917 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G728 VMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 37 years old, this Proton 1.5 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G728 VMU registered?

G728 VMU is a 1989 Proton 1.5 Gl, first registered on 20 September 1989.

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