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J285 PVS

1992 Proton 1.5 SE

Maroon Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,984 mi
Last recorded32,984 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2015
Typical for 1992 Proton 1.5 SE72,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ285 PVS
MakeProton
Model1.5 SE
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2015 32,984 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 32,506 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside rear tyre has slight uneven tread pattern

Pass 5 Mar 2013 31,973 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 31,405 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 31,405 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 30,659 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010
Pass 2 Mar 2009 28,502 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 26,832 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 26,011 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 25,224 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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J285 PVS is a 1992 Proton 1.5 SE in Maroon with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J285 PVS, 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.

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What year was J285 PVS registered?

J285 PVS is a 1992 Proton 1.5 SE, first registered on 12 March 1992.

Is J285 PVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J285 PVS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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