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R94 VYB

1997 Proton Compact

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,468 mi
Last recorded78,468 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Proton Compact64,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR94 VYB
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2011 78,468 miles

n/s/f/ind lamp lens missing

ns door mirror glass missing

Pass 4 Jan 2010 76,281 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 74,432 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 74,428 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 71,814 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 66,287 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 66,287 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)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Dec 2005 52,557 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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R94 VYB is a 1997 Proton Compact in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R94 VYB, 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

How do I check the history of R94 VYB?

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What year was R94 VYB registered?

R94 VYB is a 1997 Proton Compact, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R94 VYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R94 VYB shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R94 VYB have outstanding finance?

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