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K397 BNM

1993 Proton SE

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,989 mi
Last recorded55,989 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2006
Typical for 1993 Proton SE77,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK397 BNM
MakeProton
ModelSE
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2006 55,989 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 55,940 miles

Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

advice o/s no plate light insecure

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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K397 BNM is a 1993 Proton SE in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Proton SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 77,180 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K397 BNM, 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 33 years old, this Proton SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K397 BNM registered?

K397 BNM is a 1993 Proton SE, first registered on 29 April 1993.

Is K397 BNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K397 BNM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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