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J379 GTR

1991 Proton 1.3 Gl

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,356 mi
Last recorded57,356 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 1991 Proton 1.3 Gl75,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ379 GTR
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gl
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 57,356 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Slight play in both steering arms.

wipers slightly deteriated, however clean screen effectively.

Pass 5 Nov 2013 56,394 miles

ADVISE NEW FUEL CAP SEAL POOR.

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH STEERING ARM AREAS.

Pass 14 Nov 2012 55,314 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 55,304 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 54,179 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 52,846 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 52,782 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 52,591 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 51,986 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 51,523 miles

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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J379 GTR is a 1991 Proton 1.3 Gl in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 J379 GTR, 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 J379 GTR registered?

J379 GTR is a 1991 Proton 1.3 Gl, first registered on 13 September 1991.

Is J379 GTR safe to buy?

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