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K557 GWU

1993 Proton 1.5 Gls

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

88,088 mi
Last recorded88,088 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2013
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls71,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK557 GWU
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gls
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2013 88,088 miles

exhaust corroded

nearside mirror glass damaged

Fail 16 Jan 2013 88,087 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

exhaust corroded

nearside mirror glass damaged

Pass 17 Jan 2012 87,118 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 87,118 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 82,420 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 72,662 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 69,675 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 66,090 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jan 2007 63,458 miles

rad corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2006 62,226 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jan 2006 62,226 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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K557 GWU is a 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 K557 GWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K557 GWU registered?

K557 GWU is a 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls, first registered on 28 January 1993.

Is K557 GWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K557 GWU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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