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LK53 FRC

2003 Proton Jumbuck

White Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

63,671 mi
Last recorded63,671 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Proton Jumbuck49,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 FRC
MakeProton
ModelJumbuck
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 63,671 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 61,211 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 59,776 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 59,776 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2022 59,722 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both steering rack gaiters split (small end)

Fail 26 Jan 2022 59,722 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake lever pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both steering rack gaiters split (small end)

Pass 14 Jan 2021 52,057 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 42,570 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge going bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 37,166 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 32,671 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 32,396 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 32,078 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 30,767 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 28,935 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 26,247 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 24,391 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 22,475 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 21,258 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 18,819 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 16,181 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 13,936 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Jumbuck?

Based on 28,247 MOT tests across 1,667 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
3,628
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,667
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,651
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 805
Brake pipe excessively corroded 744
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 655
Registration plate lamp not working 478
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LK53 FRC is a 2003 Proton Jumbuck in White with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Proton Jumbuck models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 49,575 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Jumbuck fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK53 FRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Jumbuck typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Proton Jumbuck is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK53 FRC registered?

LK53 FRC is a 2003 Proton Jumbuck, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is LK53 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 FRC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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