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M254 SOB

1995 Proton 1.3 Gls

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,189 mi
Last recorded89,189 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2010
Typical for 1995 Proton 1.3 Gls68,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM254 SOB
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gls
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2010 89,189 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 78,548 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both rear brake plates corroded

nearside rear shock casing corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2008 77,765 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

advise both rear tyres splitting and perishing

advise offside front tyre splitting

advise rear brake back plates corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2007 76,568 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 75,511 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

fuel filler pipes corroding

Pass 9 Sep 2005 73,066 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2005 73,082 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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M254 SOB is a 1995 Proton 1.3 Gls in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1995 Proton 1.3 Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 68,364 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 M254 SOB, 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 31 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M254 SOB registered?

M254 SOB is a 1995 Proton 1.3 Gls, first registered on 15 June 1995.

Is M254 SOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M254 SOB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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