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L343 YBC

1993 Proton 1.3 Gls

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,125 mi
Last recorded99,125 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2012
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.3 Gls72,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL343 YBC
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gls
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2012 99,125 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 94,258 miles

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

both rear tyres perished

Fail 27 Apr 2011 94,231 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 26 Apr 2010 89,119 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 82,006 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 73,677 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 66,873 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 66,873 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 54,794 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gls?

Based on 9,060 MOT tests across 1,924 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
3,239
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,924
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 730
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 723
Brake pipe excessively corroded 498
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 437
Steering rack gaiter split 283
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L343 YBC is a 1993 Proton 1.3 Gls in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1993 Proton 1.3 Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 72,834 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.3 Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L343 YBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.3 Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L343 YBC registered?

L343 YBC is a 1993 Proton 1.3 Gls, first registered on 12 August 1993.

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The MOT history for L343 YBC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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