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K498 DKX

1993 Proton 1.3 Gl

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,014 mi
Last recorded63,014 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2007
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.3 Gl70,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK498 DKX
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gl
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2007 63,014 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 61,392 miles

brake pedal anti slip pads slightly split

n/s/f tyre wearing low

Fail 22 Aug 2006 61,372 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

n/s/f tyre on legal limit

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gl?

Based on 9,876 MOT tests across 2,190 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,755
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 832
constant velocity joint gaiter split 738
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 729
Brake pipe excessively corroded 538
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 477
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K498 DKX is a 1993 Proton 1.3 Gl in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Proton 1.3 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 70,740 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 1.3 Gl fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 832 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K498 DKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.3 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K498 DKX registered?

K498 DKX is a 1993 Proton 1.3 Gl, first registered on 29 June 1993.

Is K498 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K498 DKX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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