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R749 XDB

1997 Proton Compact

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,270 mi
Last recorded34,270 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Proton Compact64,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR749 XDB
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 34,270 miles

Rear passenger seats not fitted at time of test

Fail 30 Mar 2022 34,270 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear passenger seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Apr 2006 300 miles

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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R749 XDB is a 1997 Proton Compact in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Proton Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 64,857 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 R749 XDB, 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 29 years old, this Proton Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R749 XDB registered?

R749 XDB is a 1997 Proton Compact, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R749 XDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R749 XDB 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.

Does R749 XDB have outstanding finance?

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