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R879 YHK

1997 Proton Compact

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

49,652 mi
Last recorded49,652 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Proton Compact64,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR879 YHK
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 49,652 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 48,928 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Jul 2016 48,928 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 31 Jul 2015 48,193 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 48,193 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 47,139 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 45,913 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 45,913 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 44,595 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 42,932 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 42,932 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 41,605 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 40,145 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 38,571 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 36,865 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 36,865 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 34,632 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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R879 YHK is a 1997 Proton Compact in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R879 YHK, 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 R879 YHK registered?

R879 YHK is a 1997 Proton Compact, first registered on 23 September 1997.

Is R879 YHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R879 YHK shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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