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J840 NBW

1991 Proton 1.5 Gl

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

107,952 mi
Last recorded107,952 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 1991 Proton 1.5 Gl79,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ840 NBW
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gl
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 107,952 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2018 107,952 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 106,622 miles

advise renewal of front number plate

Fail 18 Jul 2017 106,622 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

advise renewal of front number plate

Pass 14 Jul 2016 104,859 miles

advise renewal of front number plate

Fail 14 Jul 2016 104,859 miles

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

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

advise renewal of front number plate

Pass 17 Jul 2015 103,048 miles

advise renewal of front number plate

Pass 21 Jul 2014 100,560 miles

advise renewal of front number plate

Fail 22 Jul 2013 97,708 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise renewal of front number plate

Pass 22 Jul 2013 97,708 miles

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

advise renewal of front number plate

Pass 24 Jul 2012 94,671 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 93,878 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 93,569 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 93,554 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 93,068 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 92,432 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 91,572 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 90,749 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 89,853 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Gl?

Based on 10,810 MOT tests across 2,271 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
2,870
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 917
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 607
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 567
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 355
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J840 NBW is a 1991 Proton 1.5 Gl in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1991 Proton 1.5 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 79,068 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 917 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J840 NBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Proton 1.5 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J840 NBW?

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What year was J840 NBW registered?

J840 NBW is a 1991 Proton 1.5 Gl, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J840 NBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J840 NBW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J840 NBW have outstanding finance?

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