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GN53 LKV

2003 Proton Jumbuck

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

93,271 mi
Last recorded93,271 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Proton Jumbuck49,575 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 LKV
MakeProton
ModelJumbuck
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 93,271 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 85,028 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 85,028 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 80,926 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 80,919 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 77,972 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 77,972 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 74,999 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Sep 2012 74,999 miles

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 68,784 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 62,470 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 62,470 miles

Centre Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Fail 23 Sep 2009 53,039 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 53,039 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 44,672 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 36,799 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 29,450 miles

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

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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GN53 LKV is a 2003 Proton Jumbuck in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GN53 LKV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN53 LKV?

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What year was GN53 LKV registered?

GN53 LKV is a 2003 Proton Jumbuck, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is GN53 LKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 LKV shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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