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J542 MLR

1992 Proton 1.5 SE

White Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,686 mi
Last recorded53,686 miles
Recorded on8 May 2008
Typical for 1992 Proton 1.5 SE72,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ542 MLR
MakeProton
Model1.5 SE
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 May 2008 53,686 miles

front pads getting low, bolt missing from mounting o/s front, n/s rear tyre on min, rear number plate delaminating

Pass 21 May 2007 56,386 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 15 May 2006 54,840 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 SE?

Based on 11,736 MOT tests across 2,497 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
2,644
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,497
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,027
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 604
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 561
Brake pipe excessively corroded 427
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 352
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J542 MLR is a 1992 Proton 1.5 SE in White 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 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 72,578 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 SE fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J542 MLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Proton 1.5 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J542 MLR registered?

J542 MLR is a 1992 Proton 1.5 SE, first registered on 7 May 1992.

Is J542 MLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J542 MLR 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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