MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
114,633 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Sl?
Based on 7,350 MOT tests across 1,362 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N492 VPC is a 1996 Proton 1.5 Sl in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1996 Proton 1.5 Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 68,324 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 1.5 Sl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 480 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N492 VPC, 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 30 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 N492 VPC?
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What year was N492 VPC registered?
N492 VPC is a 1996 Proton 1.5 Sl, first registered on 17 June 1996.
Is N492 VPC safe to buy?
The MOT history for N492 VPC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does N492 VPC have outstanding finance?
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