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R492 GRN

1998 Proton Compact

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,651 mi
Last recorded64,651 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2007
Typical for 1998 Proton Compact61,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR492 GRN
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2007 64,651 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 64,651 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 59,733 miles

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

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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R492 GRN is a 1998 Proton Compact in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R492 GRN, 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 R492 GRN?

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What year was R492 GRN registered?

R492 GRN is a 1998 Proton Compact, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R492 GRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R492 GRN 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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