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K278 JGX

1992 Proton 1.5 SE

Maroon Diesel 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,520 mi
Last recorded102,520 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2009
Typical for 1992 Proton 1.5 SE72,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK278 JGX
MakeProton
Model1.5 SE
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2009 102,520 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 95,049 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 95,049 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 87,555 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 80,221 miles

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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K278 JGX is a 1992 Proton 1.5 SE in Maroon with a 1,468cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Proton 1.5 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 72,578 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 K278 JGX, 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 34 years old, this Proton 1.5 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K278 JGX registered?

K278 JGX is a 1992 Proton 1.5 SE, first registered on 25 August 1992.

Is K278 JGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K278 JGX 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.

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