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J898 YWJ

1991 Proton Gl

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,362 mi
Last recorded94,362 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2008
Typical for 1991 Proton Gl78,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ898 YWJ
MakeProton
ModelGl
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2008 94,362 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 12 Sep 2007 89,901 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 86,423 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Proton Gl?

Based on 5,105 MOT tests across 1,264 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
3,996
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,264
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 446
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 402
Steering rack gaiter split 328
Brake pipe excessively corroded 261
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 188
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J898 YWJ is a 1991 Proton Gl in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Proton Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 78,879 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J898 YWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J898 YWJ registered?

J898 YWJ is a 1991 Proton Gl, first registered on 23 September 1991.

Is J898 YWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J898 YWJ 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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