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P257 DOM

1996 Proton Gl

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,470 mi
Last recorded69,470 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2009
Typical for 1996 Proton Gl66,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP257 DOM
MakeProton
ModelGl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2009 69,470 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 69,470 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 66,497 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 64,452 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 61,364 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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P257 DOM is a 1996 Proton Gl in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P257 DOM, 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 P257 DOM registered?

P257 DOM is a 1996 Proton Gl, first registered on 6 August 1996.

Is P257 DOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P257 DOM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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