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J985 BYB

1991 Proton SE

Black Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

90,162 mi
Last recorded90,162 miles
Recorded on3 May 2012
Typical for 1991 Proton SE84,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ985 BYB
MakeProton
ModelSE
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2012 90,162 miles

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

both rear outer sills corroded

Pass 5 May 2011 89,322 miles

corrosion to o/s outer sill

Pass 12 May 2010 87,620 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 29 Apr 2010 87,543 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 85,253 miles

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

offside no. plate light,slightly reduced output,likely different wattage bulbs fitted

Fail 20 Apr 2009 85,230 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

offside no. plate light,slightly reduced output,likely different wattage bulbs fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2008 81,552 miles

all brake pipes undersealed

both front antiroll bar link arms bushes splitting

Fail 12 Apr 2008 81,547 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

all brake pipes undersealed

both front antiroll bar link arms bushes splitting

Pass 10 Apr 2007 81,008 miles

outer sills becoming very thin at rear

secondary silencer mounting missing

Pass 12 Apr 2006 77,792 miles

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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J985 BYB is a 1991 Proton SE in Black with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J985 BYB, 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 J985 BYB registered?

J985 BYB is a 1991 Proton SE, first registered on 28 August 1991.

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