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P401 DTV

1996 Proton 1.5 Sl

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,192 mi
Last recorded74,192 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2016
Typical for 1996 Proton 1.5 Sl68,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP401 DTV
MakeProton
Model1.5 Sl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2016 74,192 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.5.C.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

Lots of underseal used

Pass 26 Nov 2014 69,461 miles

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 20 Nov 2014 69,461 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 67,090 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 67,090 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 63,793 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 63,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 58,155 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

warning light on dash

Pass 11 Aug 2010 53,725 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

hand brake travel high

off side rear brake pipe border line

Pass 10 Aug 2009 48,873 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 43,899 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2007 39,357 miles

hand brake travel slightly high

Pass 23 Aug 2006 36,113 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Sl?

Based on 7,350 MOT tests across 1,362 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
3,125
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,362
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 480
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 391
Brake pipe excessively corroded 307
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 256
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 197
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P401 DTV is a 1996 Proton 1.5 Sl in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P401 DTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P401 DTV registered?

P401 DTV is a 1996 Proton 1.5 Sl, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P401 DTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P401 DTV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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