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J148 SBU

1992 Proton 1.5 Gls

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,216 mi
Last recorded53,216 miles
Recorded on13 May 2009
Typical for 1992 Proton 1.5 Gls76,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ148 SBU
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gls
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2009 53,216 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 52,165 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 50,623 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 50,623 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 May 2006 49,149 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Gls?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 1,591 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
2,816
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,591
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 609
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 325
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 318
Brake pipe excessively corroded 305
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231
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J148 SBU is a 1992 Proton 1.5 Gls in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Proton 1.5 Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 76,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 609 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J148 SBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this Proton 1.5 Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J148 SBU registered?

J148 SBU is a 1992 Proton 1.5 Gls, first registered on 6 May 1992.

Is J148 SBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J148 SBU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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