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L629 BPE

1993 Proton SE

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

126,743 mi
Last recorded126,743 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2008
Typical for 1993 Proton SE77,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL629 BPE
MakeProton
ModelSE
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2008 126,743 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 124,894 miles

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

offside rear shocker cover corroded

Fail 5 Nov 2007 124,894 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

offside rear shocker cover corroded

Fail 19 Oct 2006 121,033 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 121,033 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 10 Nov 2005 120,044 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2005 120,008 miles

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

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

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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L629 BPE is a 1993 Proton SE in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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

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 L629 BPE, 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 L629 BPE registered?

L629 BPE is a 1993 Proton SE, first registered on 7 September 1993.

Is L629 BPE safe to buy?

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