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J438 PRE

1991 Proton 1.3 Ge

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,667 mi
Last recorded51,667 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2009
Typical for 1991 Proton 1.3 Ge78,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ438 PRE
MakeProton
Model1.3 Ge
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2009 51,667 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 51,667 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 51,537 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 51,146 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 50,673 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 49,727 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Ge?

Based on 4,261 MOT tests across 1,026 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
2,893
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,026
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 340
constant velocity joint gaiter split 325
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 322
Brake pipe excessively corroded 249
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 203
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J438 PRE is a 1991 Proton 1.3 Ge in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Proton 1.3 Ge models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 78,838 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.3 Ge fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 340 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J438 PRE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was J438 PRE registered?

J438 PRE is a 1991 Proton 1.3 Ge, first registered on 16 August 1991.

Is J438 PRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J438 PRE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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