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P490 DOM

1996 Proton Gls

White Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

83,669 mi
Last recorded83,669 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 1996 Proton Gls68,175 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP490 DOM
MakeProton
ModelGls
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 83,669 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 80,119 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 80,119 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 74,815 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 74,811 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 69,828 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 63,913 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 58,401 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 58,401 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 52,922 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 52,922 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 46,329 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 40,860 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 40,860 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 36,232 miles

Nearside rear tyre, 3mm, signs of cracking, limit 1.6mm.

Fail 13 Aug 2007 36,232 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside front tyre 2mm, limit 1.6mm.

Nearside rear tyre, 3mm, signs of cracking, limit 1.6mm.

Pass 14 Aug 2006 32,802 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Gls?

Based on 3,834 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
4,136
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 382
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 345
Brake pipe excessively corroded 201
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 156
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 131
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P490 DOM is a 1996 Proton Gls in White with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1996 Proton Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 68,175 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Proton Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P490 DOM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Proton Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P490 DOM registered?

P490 DOM is a 1996 Proton Gls, first registered on 14 August 1996.

Is P490 DOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P490 DOM shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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