MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
91,282 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Rear tyres perished †Rear number plate stained †General unside corrosion
Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
both power steering belt and alternator belt perished
both rear tyres perished
n/s/f seat belt buckle stiff in operation
radiator core in poor condition
rear number plate disfiguring
rear shock absorber dust covers corroded
How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 SE?
Based on 11,736 MOT tests across 2,497 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L597 GJB is a 1993 Proton 1.5 SE in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 L597 GJB, 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 L597 GJB registered?
L597 GJB is a 1993 Proton 1.5 SE, first registered on 29 October 1993.
Is L597 GJB safe to buy?
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