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HW53 GSV

2004 Proton Impian

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

47,990 mi
Last recorded47,990 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Proton Impian51,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW53 GSV
MakeProton
ModelImpian
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 3 Nov 2020 47,990 miles

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

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Front Cross Member Where Gearbox/Engine Mount Sub-Frame Bolts To, Marked In White Chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Gearbox/Engine Mount/Sub-frame, Marked In White Chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive From Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 42,152 miles

Central Lower gearbox cross member heavily corroded and holes in

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner raised edge, perished and small cuts outer side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and bald inner raised edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2019 42,151 miles

Headlamp aim not tested due to both dipped beams not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Central Lower gearbox cross member heavily corroded and holes in

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner raised edge, perished and small cuts outer side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and bald inner raised edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 35,958 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 35,958 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Lambda affected, aborted emission test (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working When brake peddle is pressed (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 30,252 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 30,252 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Braking system leaking rear brake pipe burst during brake test (3.6.A.1)

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pads worn metal to metal (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 22,879 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 19,622 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 19,622 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 17,522 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 15,627 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 14,113 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

battery insecure

Pass 12 Feb 2013 14,113 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

battery insecure

Pass 13 Feb 2012 12,682 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 11 Feb 2011 11,245 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 10,152 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 8,038 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 6,578 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 5,370 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Impian?

Based on 29,773 MOT tests across 2,440 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,608
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,274
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 881
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 718
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HW53 GSV is a 2004 Proton Impian in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Proton Impian models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 51,236 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 Impian fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW53 GSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Impian typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Proton Impian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HW53 GSV is a 2004 Proton Impian, first registered on 16 February 2004.

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