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K255 XPE

1993 Proton 1.5 SE

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,621 mi
Last recorded127,621 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2008
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.5 SE71,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK255 XPE
MakeProton
Model1.5 SE
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2008 127,621 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 124,415 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 119,813 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 115,311 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2005 115,311 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 SE?

Based on 11,736 MOT tests across 2,497 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
2,644
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,497
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,027
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 604
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 561
Brake pipe excessively corroded 427
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 352
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K255 XPE is a 1993 Proton 1.5 SE in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 Proton 1.5 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 71,455 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 SE fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K255 XPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Proton 1.5 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K255 XPE?

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What year was K255 XPE registered?

K255 XPE is a 1993 Proton 1.5 SE, first registered on 21 April 1993.

Is K255 XPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K255 XPE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K255 XPE have outstanding finance?

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