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L172 SAP

1993 Proton SE

Bronze Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,191 mi
Last recorded80,191 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2012
Typical for 1993 Proton SE77,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL172 SAP
MakeProton
ModelSE
Year1993
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2012 80,191 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 75,910 miles

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

front brake discs worn and pitted

Fail 18 Aug 2011 75,910 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 70,589 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2009 64,652 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 62,405 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2007 59,700 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 57,897 miles

How Reliable is the Proton SE?

Based on 2,265 MOT tests across 571 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
3,897
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 247
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 163
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 131
Brake pipe excessively corroded 128
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 77
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L172 SAP is a 1993 Proton SE in Bronze with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 Proton SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 77,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton SE fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 247 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L172 SAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was L172 SAP registered?

L172 SAP is a 1993 Proton SE, first registered on 30 September 1993.

Is L172 SAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L172 SAP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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