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H718 FKN

1991 Proton Gl

Gold Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

42,241 mi
Last recorded42,241 miles
Recorded on20 May 2008
Typical for 1991 Proton Gl78,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH718 FKN
MakeProton
ModelGl
Year1991
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2008 42,241 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 May 2008 42,145 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 May 2007 35,167 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 34,766 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2006 34,766 miles

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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H718 FKN is a 1991 Proton Gl in Gold with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1991 Proton Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 78,879 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 Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H718 FKN, 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 35 years old, this Proton Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H718 FKN registered?

H718 FKN is a 1991 Proton Gl, first registered on 16 May 1991.

Is H718 FKN safe to buy?

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