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J861 DFM

1991 Proton SE

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,354 mi
Last recorded85,354 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2007
Typical for 1991 Proton SE84,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ861 DFM
MakeProton
ModelSE
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2007 85,354 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 81,456 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 81,449 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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J861 DFM is a 1991 Proton SE in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Proton SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 84,303 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 J861 DFM, 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 35 years old, this Proton SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J861 DFM registered?

J861 DFM is a 1991 Proton SE, first registered on 15 August 1991.

Is J861 DFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J861 DFM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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