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J850 ESU

1991 Proton Gls

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,396 mi
Last recorded88,396 miles
Recorded on5 May 2009
Typical for 1991 Proton Gls77,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ850 ESU
MakeProton
ModelGls
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 5 May 2009 88,396 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 78,534 miles

Age cracks in N/S rear tyre sidewall.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 73,268 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 70,318 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Gls?

Based on 3,834 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
4,136
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 382
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 345
Brake pipe excessively corroded 201
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 156
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 131
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J850 ESU is a 1991 Proton Gls in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Proton Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 77,610 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J850 ESU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Proton Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J850 ESU?

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What year was J850 ESU registered?

J850 ESU is a 1991 Proton Gls, first registered on 13 August 1991.

Is J850 ESU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J850 ESU shows 4 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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