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M488 BVF

1995 Proton 1.5 Sl

Black Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,259 mi
Last recorded83,259 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2008
Typical for 1995 Proton 1.5 Sl65,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM488 BVF
MakeProton
Model1.5 Sl
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2008 83,259 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

nearside rear tyre slightly cracking in tread

wiper blades starting to split

Pass 1 Mar 2007 81,390 miles

fuel filler neck rusty n/side drive shaft clip loose unable to check sills fully due to side skirts

Pass 7 Mar 2006 79,318 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Sl?

Based on 7,350 MOT tests across 1,362 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
3,125
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,362
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 480
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 391
Brake pipe excessively corroded 307
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 256
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 197
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M488 BVF is a 1995 Proton 1.5 Sl in Black with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Proton 1.5 Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 65,245 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 Sl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 480 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M488 BVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 31 years old, this Proton 1.5 Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of M488 BVF?

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What year was M488 BVF registered?

M488 BVF is a 1995 Proton 1.5 Sl, first registered on 28 February 1995.

Is M488 BVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M488 BVF shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M488 BVF have outstanding finance?

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