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J253 EYA

1992 Proton 1.5 SE

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

130,944 mi
Last recorded130,944 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2010
Typical for 1992 Proton 1.5 SE72,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ253 EYA
MakeProton
Model1.5 SE
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2010 130,944 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 130,747 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

osf tyre close to limit

Pass 27 Feb 2009 122,581 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 122,581 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 112,169 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 29 Feb 2008 112,169 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 100,374 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 100,374 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 91,307 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 SE?

Based on 11,736 MOT tests across 2,497 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
2,644
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,497
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,027
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 604
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 561
Brake pipe excessively corroded 427
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 352
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J253 EYA is a 1992 Proton 1.5 SE in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1992 Proton 1.5 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 72,578 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 1.5 SE fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J253 EYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Proton 1.5 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J253 EYA registered?

J253 EYA is a 1992 Proton 1.5 SE, first registered on 20 March 1992.

Is J253 EYA safe to buy?

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