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R747 NRU

1998 Proton Compact

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,123 mi
Last recorded54,123 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Proton Compact61,911 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR747 NRU
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2014 54,123 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 54,123 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 41,522 miles

offside front seatbelt clasp feels worn but does not appear insecure

Pass 6 Jun 2012 35,130 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 32,720 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 30,656 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 28,729 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 28,729 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 26,492 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 26,485 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 24,489 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 22,728 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 22,726 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2005 21,353 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2005 21,353 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R747 NRU is a 1998 Proton Compact in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 R747 NRU, 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.

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What year was R747 NRU registered?

R747 NRU is a 1998 Proton Compact, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R747 NRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R747 NRU shows 15 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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