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K256 RCV

1993 Proton 1.5 Gls

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,853 mi
Last recorded107,853 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls71,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK256 RCV
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gls
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 107,853 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 107,848 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 106,345 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 102,668 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 102,657 miles

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 98,291 miles

slight corrosion in n/s outer body sill.

Pass 10 Jun 2011 95,263 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 92,347 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 89,789 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 85,494 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 82,142 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 78,042 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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K256 RCV is a 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K256 RCV, 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 K256 RCV registered?

K256 RCV is a 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls, first registered on 30 June 1993.

Is K256 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K256 RCV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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