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H481 LRW

1991 Proton SE

Maroon Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

66,781 mi
Last recorded66,781 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 1991 Proton SE84,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH481 LRW
MakeProton
ModelSE
Year1991
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 66,781 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Dec 2022 66,780 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 66,771 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2021 66,771 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2015 66,695 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

metal brake pipes mainly coated in a sealant - unable to fully assess

plastic covers over both outer sills unable to fully assess

Fail 24 Jun 2015 66,695 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

metal brake pipes mainly coated in a sealant - unable to fully assess

plastic covers over both outer sills unable to fully assess

Pass 21 Aug 2014 66,284 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 66,284 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 65,781 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 65,288 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 64,683 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 64,683 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 63,745 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 62,667 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 61,281 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 60,276 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 59,678 miles

How Reliable is the Proton SE?

Based on 2,265 MOT tests across 571 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
3,897
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 247
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 163
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 131
Brake pipe excessively corroded 128
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 77
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H481 LRW is a 1991 Proton SE in Maroon with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1991 Proton SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 84,303 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton SE fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 247 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H481 LRW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton SE typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Proton SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H481 LRW registered?

H481 LRW is a 1991 Proton SE, first registered on 29 April 1991.

Is H481 LRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H481 LRW shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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