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R196 TKW

1997 Proton 1.5 Gl

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,148 mi
Last recorded112,148 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 TKW
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gl
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2011 112,148 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 102,727 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 93,461 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 82,739 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 69,301 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 53,270 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Gl?

Based on 10,810 MOT tests across 2,271 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
2,870
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 917
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 607
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 567
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 355
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R196 TKW is a 1997 Proton 1.5 Gl in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 917 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R196 TKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Proton 1.5 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R196 TKW registered?

R196 TKW is a 1997 Proton 1.5 Gl, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R196 TKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R196 TKW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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