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L797 BRU

1993 Proton 1.3 Gls

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,103 mi
Last recorded41,103 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.3 Gls72,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL797 BRU
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gls
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 41,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear wheel arch slightly corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2018 40,754 miles

Both front wipers smeary

Front plate cracked

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2017 40,517 miles

Front number plate cracked

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Apr 2016 40,192 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2015 39,795 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 39,795 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 39,263 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 38,609 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 38,148 miles

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)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 37,568 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 36,930 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 36,930 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 36,039 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 35,129 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 33,837 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 32,911 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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L797 BRU is a 1993 Proton 1.3 Gls in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L797 BRU, 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 L797 BRU registered?

L797 BRU is a 1993 Proton 1.3 Gls, first registered on 27 October 1993.

Is L797 BRU safe to buy?

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