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RK08 YDM

2008 Proton 1.3 Gl

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,652 mi
Last recorded102,652 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 YDM
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gl
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 102,652 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 101,240 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2020 101,240 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 99,433 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 99,433 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 95,045 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 89,315 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 76,963 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front brake discs worn on inner side (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 71,534 miles

both rear tyres ,tread out of shape

front brake discs worn

Pass 19 May 2014 60,398 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 20 May 2013 51,649 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2013 51,649 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 40,490 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 30,285 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 30,264 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gl?

Based on 9,876 MOT tests across 2,190 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,755
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 832
constant velocity joint gaiter split 738
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 729
Brake pipe excessively corroded 538
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 477
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RK08 YDM is a 2008 Proton 1.3 Gl in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

The most common reason a Proton 1.3 Gl fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 832 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK08 YDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.3 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RK08 YDM registered?

RK08 YDM is a 2008 Proton 1.3 Gl, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is RK08 YDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 YDM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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