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L973 VRH

1993 Proton 15 SE

Gold Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,088 mi
Last recorded48,088 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2008
Typical for 1993 Proton 15 SE80,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL973 VRH
MakeProton
Model15 SE
Year1993
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2008 48,088 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 11 Sep 2008 48,068 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Sep 2007 46,358 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 46,358 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 44,255 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 44,255 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 23 Sep 2005 41,767 miles

slight hum from both rear hubs

How Reliable is the Proton 15 SE?

Based on 676 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
3,316
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 66
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 38
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Brake pipe excessively corroded 27
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L973 VRH is a 1993 Proton 15 SE in Gold 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 15 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 80,923 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 15 SE fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L973 VRH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 15 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Proton 15 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L973 VRH registered?

L973 VRH is a 1993 Proton 15 SE, first registered on 16 August 1993.

Is L973 VRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L973 VRH shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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