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J908 BJN

1991 Proton Gl

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

89,231 mi
Last recorded89,231 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2020
Typical for 1991 Proton Gl78,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ908 BJN
MakeProton
ModelGl
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2020 89,231 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 89,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 87,935 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 86,002 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 85,180 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 83,817 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 82,510 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 80,972 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 79,589 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 73,993 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 73,314 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 72,664 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 71,548 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 70,729 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 68,182 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 61,587 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 61,587 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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J908 BJN is a 1991 Proton Gl in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 J908 BJN, 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 J908 BJN registered?

J908 BJN is a 1991 Proton Gl, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J908 BJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J908 BJN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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