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J438 CNP

1991 Proton 1.3 Gls

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,740 mi
Last recorded93,740 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 1991 Proton 1.3 Gls76,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ438 CNP
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gls
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2016 93,740 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed drivers (5.2.2b)

different size tyres fitted to the front axle compared to the rear axle

Pass 9 Dec 2014 92,929 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 92,026 miles

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

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)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 91,021 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 89,212 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 89,212 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 88,023 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 88,012 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 86,171 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 85,367 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 85,362 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 83,955 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 81,711 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 81,708 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2005 80,413 miles

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

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

screen wash is poor.

slight play at offside front wheel.

wiper blades poor effectiveness.

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gls?

Based on 9,060 MOT tests across 1,924 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
3,239
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,924
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 730
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 723
Brake pipe excessively corroded 498
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 437
Steering rack gaiter split 283
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J438 CNP is a 1991 Proton 1.3 Gls in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Proton 1.3 Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 76,852 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 1.3 Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J438 CNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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J438 CNP is a 1991 Proton 1.3 Gls, first registered on 27 September 1991.

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