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J891 XVW

1992 Proton 1.3 Gl

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,314 mi
Last recorded91,314 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2013
Typical for 1992 Proton 1.3 Gl73,893 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ891 XVW
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gl
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2013 91,314 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 89,229 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 87,047 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 83,396 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 83,396 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 80,360 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 77,162 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 73,515 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2007 73,515 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 70,187 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 70,148 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gl?

Based on 9,876 MOT tests across 2,190 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,755
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 832
constant velocity joint gaiter split 738
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 729
Brake pipe excessively corroded 538
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 477
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J891 XVW is a 1992 Proton 1.3 Gl in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1992 Proton 1.3 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 73,893 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.3 Gl fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 832 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J891 XVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.3 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J891 XVW registered?

J891 XVW is a 1992 Proton 1.3 Gl, first registered on 7 March 1992.

Is J891 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J891 XVW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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