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L261 LHK

1993 Proton 1.5 SE

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,200 mi
Last recorded103,200 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2011
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.5 SE71,455 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL261 LHK
MakeProton
Model1.5 SE
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2011 103,200 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 97,680 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 92,069 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 86,631 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 80,738 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 75,807 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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L261 LHK is a 1993 Proton 1.5 SE in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L261 LHK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L261 LHK registered?

L261 LHK is a 1993 Proton 1.5 SE, first registered on 11 August 1993.

Is L261 LHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L261 LHK shows 6 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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