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L863 SHY

1993 Proton 1.5 Gl

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

36,749 mi
Last recorded36,749 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1993 Proton 1.5 Gl73,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL863 SHY
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gl
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 36,749 miles

Nearside mirror glass smashed

Pass 11 Jun 2015 34,382 miles

2 nails in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

nearside door mirror glass cracked

rear number plate cracked

unable too examine outter sills fully as covers fitted

Pass 14 May 2014 30,193 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 24,649 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 17,325 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 11,843 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 6,924 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 6,924 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)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 4,507 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 4,340 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 4,165 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 3,947 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Gl?

Based on 10,810 MOT tests across 2,271 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
2,870
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 917
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 607
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 567
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 355
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L863 SHY is a 1993 Proton 1.5 Gl in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1993 Proton 1.5 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 73,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 917 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L863 SHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Proton 1.5 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L863 SHY registered?

L863 SHY is a 1993 Proton 1.5 Gl, first registered on 11 August 1993.

Is L863 SHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L863 SHY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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