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P453 TOU

1996 Proton 1.5 SE

Grey Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,852 mi
Last recorded65,852 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP453 TOU
MakeProton
Model1.5 SE
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2012 65,852 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 64,751 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 63,238 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 61,257 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 58,179 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 54,617 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 50,138 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 SE?

Based on 11,736 MOT tests across 2,497 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
2,644
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,497
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,027
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 604
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 561
Brake pipe excessively corroded 427
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 352
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P453 TOU is a 1996 Proton 1.5 SE in Grey with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 SE fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P453 TOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Proton 1.5 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P453 TOU registered?

P453 TOU is a 1996 Proton 1.5 SE, first registered on 17 December 1996.

Is P453 TOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P453 TOU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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