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P56 XAE

1997 Proton Compact

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

81,438 mi
Last recorded81,438 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Proton Compact64,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP56 XAE
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 81,438 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 69,027 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

n/s/f door mirror glass missing!

Pass 19 Jan 2012 63,598 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 61,291 miles

advanced wear rear brake disces

Fail 21 Jan 2011 61,291 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

advanced wear rear brake disces

Fail 17 Dec 2010 61,288 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advanced wear n/s rear brake disce

Pass 15 Dec 2009 55,275 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 51,211 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 48,656 miles

temporary repair to nearside door mirror

Pass 15 Dec 2006 47,362 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 47,357 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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P56 XAE is a 1997 Proton Compact in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P56 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P56 XAE registered?

P56 XAE is a 1997 Proton Compact, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P56 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P56 XAE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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