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L120 FVS

1993 Proton 1.5 SE

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,472 mi
Last recorded30,472 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2015
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.5 SE71,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL120 FVS
MakeProton
Model1.5 SE
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2015 30,472 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 30,135 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 30,135 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 29,214 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 28,268 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

grinding noise from o/s/r drum brake

Pass 12 Jul 2011 27,293 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 26,325 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 25,537 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 24,195 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 23,017 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 21,733 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 SE?

Based on 11,736 MOT tests across 2,497 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
2,644
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,497
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,027
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 604
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 561
Brake pipe excessively corroded 427
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 352
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L120 FVS is a 1993 Proton 1.5 SE in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1993 Proton 1.5 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 71,455 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 SE fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L120 FVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Proton 1.5 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of L120 FVS?

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What year was L120 FVS registered?

L120 FVS is a 1993 Proton 1.5 SE, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L120 FVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L120 FVS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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