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P943 SCW

1997 Proton 1.3 Gl

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,914 mi
Last recorded62,914 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP943 SCW
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2007 62,914 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

advise brake pipe renewal very soon just passing mot criteria

Pass 4 Apr 2006 60,941 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 60,941 miles

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

Outer Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gl?

Based on 9,876 MOT tests across 2,190 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,755
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 832
constant velocity joint gaiter split 738
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 729
Brake pipe excessively corroded 538
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 477
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P943 SCW is a 1997 Proton 1.3 Gl in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Proton 1.3 Gl fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 832 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P943 SCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.3 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P943 SCW registered?

P943 SCW is a 1997 Proton 1.3 Gl, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is P943 SCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P943 SCW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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