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J497 GMU

1992 Proton 1.5 Gls

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,235 mi
Last recorded92,235 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2008
Typical for 1992 Proton 1.5 Gls76,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ497 GMU
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gls
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2008 92,235 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 90,100 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 88,126 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Gls?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 1,591 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
2,816
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,591
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 609
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 325
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 318
Brake pipe excessively corroded 305
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231
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J497 GMU is a 1992 Proton 1.5 Gls in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Proton 1.5 Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 76,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 609 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J497 GMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this Proton 1.5 Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J497 GMU registered?

J497 GMU is a 1992 Proton 1.5 Gls, first registered on 12 March 1992.

Is J497 GMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J497 GMU shows 3 tests 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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