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P473 MEH

1997 Proton 1.5 SE

Grey Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

62,083 mi
Last recorded62,083 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP473 MEH
MakeProton
Model1.5 SE
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2006 62,083 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 62,083 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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P473 MEH is a 1997 Proton 1.5 SE in Grey with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P473 MEH, 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 29 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 P473 MEH registered?

P473 MEH is a 1997 Proton 1.5 SE, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P473 MEH safe to buy?

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