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L279 UCV

1993 Proton 1.5 SE

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

111,747 mi
Last recorded111,747 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2012
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.5 SE71,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL279 UCV
MakeProton
Model1.5 SE
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2012 111,747 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 105,849 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 105,816 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine temperature running hot

Pass 16 Nov 2010 98,474 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 91,512 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 17 Nov 2009 91,511 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 84,003 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 84,003 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 73,006 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 72,879 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Fail 23 Oct 2006 63,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 63,394 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 57,102 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 57,102 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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L279 UCV is a 1993 Proton 1.5 SE in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L279 UCV, 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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What year was L279 UCV registered?

L279 UCV is a 1993 Proton 1.5 SE, first registered on 30 November 1993.

Is L279 UCV safe to buy?

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