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K978 LYJ

1993 Proton SE Auto

Grey Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,865 mi
Last recorded71,865 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2007
Typical for 1993 Proton SE Auto73,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK978 LYJ
MakeProton
ModelSE Auto
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2007 71,865 miles

tyres wearing on edges,slight rear wheel bearings getting noisy

Pass 12 Jan 2006 65,201 miles

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

How Reliable is the Proton SE Auto?

Based on 1,413 MOT tests across 295 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
3,302
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 78
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 42
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 39
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K978 LYJ is a 1993 Proton SE Auto in Grey with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Proton SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 73,738 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton SE Auto fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K978 LYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Proton SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K978 LYJ registered?

K978 LYJ is a 1993 Proton SE Auto, first registered on 14 January 1993.

Is K978 LYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K978 LYJ shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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