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N429 HBV

1996 Proton Gl

White Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

98,313 mi
Last recorded98,313 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2007
Typical for 1996 Proton Gl66,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN429 HBV
MakeProton
ModelGl
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2007 98,313 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 19 Oct 2007 98,313 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 92,769 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2006 92,769 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 87,485 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Gl?

Based on 5,105 MOT tests across 1,264 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
3,996
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,264
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 446
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 402
Steering rack gaiter split 328
Brake pipe excessively corroded 261
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 188
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N429 HBV is a 1996 Proton Gl in White with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Proton Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 66,238 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 Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N429 HBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Proton Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N429 HBV registered?

N429 HBV is a 1996 Proton Gl, first registered on 20 March 1996.

Is N429 HBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N429 HBV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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