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J503 VDW

1992 Proton SE

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

94,493 mi
Last recorded94,493 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2009
Typical for 1992 Proton SE81,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ503 VDW
MakeProton
ModelSE
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2009 94,493 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 94,489 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 83,478 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 83,478 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 70,756 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 70,666 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 62,331 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 62,331 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

How Reliable is the Proton SE?

Based on 2,265 MOT tests across 571 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
3,897
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 247
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 163
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 131
Brake pipe excessively corroded 128
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 77
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J503 VDW is a 1992 Proton SE in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Proton SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 81,546 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 SE fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 247 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J503 VDW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton SE typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Proton SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J503 VDW registered?

J503 VDW is a 1992 Proton SE, first registered on 20 March 1992.

Is J503 VDW safe to buy?

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