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J4 FKU

2005 Proton Jumbuck

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,221 mi
Last recorded140,221 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Proton Jumbuck49,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 FKU
MakeProton
ModelJumbuck
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 140,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Black tape (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 140,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Black tape (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 135,708 miles

Brake pipes have been greased, limiting the depth of inspection that can be carried out to assess their condition.

Exhaust system deteriorated.

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 129,400 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 129,400 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 123,946 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 117,971 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 113,133 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 105,525 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 105,525 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 98,882 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 92,073 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 88,686 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 81,921 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 73,373 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 64,679 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 56,972 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 50,868 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 42,332 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 35,827 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 24,885 miles

o/s/f tyre and both rears old

How Reliable is the Proton Jumbuck?

Based on 28,247 MOT tests across 1,667 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
3,628
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,667
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,651
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 805
Brake pipe excessively corroded 744
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 655
Registration plate lamp not working 478
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J4 FKU is a 2005 Proton Jumbuck in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Proton Jumbuck models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 49,570 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Jumbuck fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J4 FKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Jumbuck typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Proton Jumbuck is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J4 FKU registered?

J4 FKU is a 2005 Proton Jumbuck, first registered on 8 July 2005.

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