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J144 BYD

1991 Proton 1.5 Gl

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,260 mi
Last recorded51,260 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2010
Typical for 1991 Proton 1.5 Gl79,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ144 BYD
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gl
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2010 51,260 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 45,729 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 45,729 miles

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

o/s rack boot twisted

Pass 13 Jun 2008 38,676 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 38,673 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 38,184 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 37,394 miles

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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J144 BYD is a 1991 Proton 1.5 Gl in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1991 Proton 1.5 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 79,068 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J144 BYD, 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 35 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 J144 BYD registered?

J144 BYD is a 1991 Proton 1.5 Gl, first registered on 13 September 1991.

Is J144 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J144 BYD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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