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L730 CFV

1993 Proton 1.3 Gls

Gold Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

115,921 mi
Last recorded115,921 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.3 Gls72,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL730 CFV
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gls
Year1993
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 115,921 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 115,921 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2016 112,897 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 111,001 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 111,001 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 107,869 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 2 Jun 2014 107,864 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 31 May 2013 103,352 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 31 May 2013 103,352 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 101,118 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 101,118 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 96,136 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2011 95,970 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 87,534 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 85,694 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 82,942 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 79,792 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 77,220 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 73,323 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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L730 CFV is a 1993 Proton 1.3 Gls in Gold with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 L730 CFV, 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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L730 CFV is a 1993 Proton 1.3 Gls, first registered on 1 August 1993.

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