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K588 PCR

1993 Proton 1.5 Gls

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

120,677 mi
Last recorded120,677 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls71,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK588 PCR
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gls
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 120,677 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 120,139 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre wearing on the iner edge

Pass 17 Nov 2011 119,364 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2011 119,364 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 118,531 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 29 Nov 2010 118,531 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2009 117,241 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 117,240 miles

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)

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Dec 2008 116,641 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 116,641 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Dec 2007 113,966 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 108,119 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 102,980 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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K588 PCR is a 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K588 PCR, 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 K588 PCR registered?

K588 PCR is a 1993 Proton 1.5 Gls, first registered on 27 May 1993.

Is K588 PCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K588 PCR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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