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N601 BBA

1996 Proton 1.3 Gls

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

56,091 mi
Last recorded56,091 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2006
Typical for 1996 Proton 1.3 Gls66,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN601 BBA
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gls
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Apr 2006 56,091 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 56,091 miles

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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N601 BBA is a 1996 Proton 1.3 Gls in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Proton 1.3 Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 66,636 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 1.3 Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N601 BBA, 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 30 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N601 BBA registered?

N601 BBA is a 1996 Proton 1.3 Gls, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N601 BBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N601 BBA 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.

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