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J253 XSO

1991 Proton 1.3 Gl

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,164 mi
Last recorded89,164 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2005
Typical for 1991 Proton 1.3 Gl75,737 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ253 XSO
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gl
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Dec 2005 89,164 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gl?

Based on 9,876 MOT tests across 2,190 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,755
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 832
constant velocity joint gaiter split 738
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 729
Brake pipe excessively corroded 538
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 477
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J253 XSO is a 1991 Proton 1.3 Gl in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Proton 1.3 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 75,737 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.3 Gl fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 832 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J253 XSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.3 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J253 XSO registered?

J253 XSO is a 1991 Proton 1.3 Gl, first registered on 8 August 1991.

Is J253 XSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J253 XSO shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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