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M891 PBU

1995 Proton 1.3 Ge

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

34,364 mi
Last recorded34,364 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2012
Typical for 1995 Proton 1.3 Ge76,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM891 PBU
MakeProton
Model1.3 Ge
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2012 34,364 miles

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

handbrake at end of adjustment

Pass 14 Jul 2011 33,882 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2011 33,882 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 33,336 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 32,438 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 31,926 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 30,922 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 30,922 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Jul 2006 27,459 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 27,459 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Ge?

Based on 4,261 MOT tests across 1,026 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
2,893
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,026
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 340
constant velocity joint gaiter split 325
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 322
Brake pipe excessively corroded 249
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 203
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M891 PBU is a 1995 Proton 1.3 Ge in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1995 Proton 1.3 Ge models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 76,258 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.3 Ge fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 340 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M891 PBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.3 Ge typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 31 years old, this Proton 1.3 Ge is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M891 PBU registered?

M891 PBU is a 1995 Proton 1.3 Ge, first registered on 16 May 1995.

Is M891 PBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M891 PBU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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