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K97 GKU

1993 Proton 15 SE

White Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

106,009 mi
Last recorded106,009 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2008
Typical for 1993 Proton 15 SE80,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK97 GKU
MakeProton
Model15 SE
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2008 106,009 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 106,009 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 101,060 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 96,957 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 96,957 miles

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Fail 11 Oct 2005 92,826 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 92,826 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 15 SE?

Based on 676 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
3,316
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 66
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 38
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Brake pipe excessively corroded 27
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K97 GKU is a 1993 Proton 15 SE in White with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1993 Proton 15 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 80,923 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 15 SE fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K97 GKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 15 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Proton 15 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K97 GKU?

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What year was K97 GKU registered?

K97 GKU is a 1993 Proton 15 SE, first registered on 23 March 1993.

Is K97 GKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K97 GKU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K97 GKU have outstanding finance?

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