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R103 FBA

1998 Proton Compact

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

98,730 mi
Last recorded98,730 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Proton Compact61,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 FBA
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2015 98,730 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 98,724 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 95,006 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 91,594 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 85,448 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 80,443 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 74,259 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 74,248 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 67,714 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 67,710 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2008 62,520 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 62,341 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 53,358 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 53,302 miles

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

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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R103 FBA is a 1998 Proton Compact in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1998 Proton Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 61,911 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 Compact fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R103 FBA, 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 28 years old, this Proton Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R103 FBA?

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What year was R103 FBA registered?

R103 FBA is a 1998 Proton Compact, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R103 FBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R103 FBA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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