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J972 HWP

1991 Proton 1.3 Ge

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,135 mi
Last recorded52,135 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2006
Typical for 1991 Proton 1.3 Ge78,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ972 HWP
MakeProton
Model1.3 Ge
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2006 52,135 miles

corrosion on centre exhaust

Fail 23 Jun 2006 52,114 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Ge?

Based on 4,261 MOT tests across 1,026 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
2,893
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,026
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 340
constant velocity joint gaiter split 325
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 322
Brake pipe excessively corroded 249
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 203
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J972 HWP is a 1991 Proton 1.3 Ge in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Proton 1.3 Ge models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 78,838 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 1.3 Ge fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 340 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J972 HWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.3 Ge typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Proton 1.3 Ge is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J972 HWP registered?

J972 HWP is a 1991 Proton 1.3 Ge, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J972 HWP safe to buy?

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