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R75 BHT

1997 Proton Compact

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

94,518 mi
Last recorded94,518 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Proton Compact64,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR75 BHT
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 94,518 miles

outer sills plastic covered

suspension low

front and rear suspension components corroded

oil leak

Pass 20 Oct 2014 93,168 miles

Oil leak

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

outer sills plastic covered

suspension very low

Pass 15 Oct 2013 91,919 miles

Oil leak

outer sills plastic covered

suspension low

Pass 15 Oct 2012 90,112 miles

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

plastic covered sills

Pass 17 Oct 2011 87,841 miles

front suspension low

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 15 Oct 2010 86,203 miles

front suspension low

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 21 Oct 2009 83,968 miles

outer sills plastic covered

suspension low

Fail 21 Oct 2009 83,962 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

outer sills plastic covered

suspension low

Pass 16 Oct 2008 81,883 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 Oct 2008 81,882 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 79,318 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 74,761 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 74,761 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

both rear brake discs in poor condition

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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R75 BHT is a 1997 Proton Compact in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R75 BHT, 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.

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What year was R75 BHT registered?

R75 BHT is a 1997 Proton Compact, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is R75 BHT safe to buy?

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