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P29 XAE

1997 Proton Compact

Purple Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,739 mi
Last recorded54,739 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Proton Compact64,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP29 XAE
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 54,739 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 53,851 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 52,985 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Apr 2016 51,924 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 50,909 miles

handbrake lever will need adjustment soon slightly high when testing brake performance

Pass 13 May 2014 48,994 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 48,049 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 48,048 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nsr tyre wall stating to crack and deteriorate

Pass 13 Apr 2012 46,803 miles

nsr tyre wall starting to crack

Pass 21 Apr 2011 45,639 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 45,633 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

nsf tyre low on tread

Pass 25 Mar 2010 42,756 miles

offside front tyre perishing

Pass 27 Mar 2009 40,748 miles

Travel on handbrake

Pass 20 Mar 2008 38,252 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 32,954 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 24,360 miles

** STRONG ADVISE ** †ENGINE OVERHEATING

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking 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 Compact?

Based on 17,101 MOT tests across 2,067 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
4,368
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,067
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,657
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,136
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 749
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 744
Brake pipe excessively corroded 701
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P29 XAE is a 1997 Proton Compact in Purple with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Proton Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 64,857 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Compact fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P29 XAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Compact typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Proton Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P29 XAE registered?

P29 XAE is a 1997 Proton Compact, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P29 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P29 XAE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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