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PO53 AXY

2003 Proton Wira

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

81,950 mi
Last recorded81,950 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Proton Wira40,913 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 AXY
MakeProton
ModelWira
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2012 81,950 miles

cut in n/s/f tyre sidewall(no cords showing at time of test)

front exhaust in poor condition

Pass 29 Sep 2011 74,552 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 66,748 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 66,748 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 59,885 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 59,790 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

n/s/r tyre 3mm

Pass 15 Sep 2008 52,297 miles

front and rear brake pads low

Pass 5 Oct 2007 46,241 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 46,130 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

front brake pads approx 4mm

Pass 24 Sep 2007 46,130 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

front brake pads approx 4mm

Pass 4 Sep 2006 41,901 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Wira?

Based on 57,151 MOT tests across 5,746 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
4,884
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
5,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 5,753
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,573
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,960
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,578
Stop lamp not working 1,305
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PO53 AXY is a 2003 Proton Wira in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Proton Wira models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 40,913 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 Wira fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 5,753 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PO53 AXY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Wira typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Proton Wira is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PO53 AXY registered?

PO53 AXY is a 2003 Proton Wira, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is PO53 AXY safe to buy?

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