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K189 HVJ

1993 Proton 1.5 Gls

Maroon Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,680 mi
Last recorded84,680 miles
Recorded on8 May 2009
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls71,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK189 HVJ
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gls
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 May 2009 84,680 miles

Nearside Front Lower Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

both headlamps slightly loose

front bumper loose at o/s end

heavy rust at n/s body sill to floor joint

n/s mirrir glass cracked

Pass 2 May 2008 81,685 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 78,808 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 76,205 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Gls?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 1,591 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
2,816
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,591
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 609
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 325
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 318
Brake pipe excessively corroded 305
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231
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K189 HVJ is a 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls in Maroon with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 71,574 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 609 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K189 HVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Proton 1.5 Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K189 HVJ registered?

K189 HVJ is a 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls, first registered on 8 July 1993.

Is K189 HVJ safe to buy?

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