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RX51 BBF

2001 Proton Satria

Gold Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

43,997 mi
Last recorded43,997 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Proton Satria53,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 BBF
MakeProton
ModelSatria
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2011 43,997 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 31 Oct 2011 43,997 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 38,639 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 38,639 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 36,736 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

nearside front tyre has cut in sidewall not to cords

Pass 20 Oct 2008 32,868 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 29,156 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 29,153 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 21,132 miles

Cut in nearside front tyre outer wall.

Damage to front of car.

Nearside mirror damaged.

Rear bumper damaged.

Pass 21 Nov 2005 16,205 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 16,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

advise nearside front tyre cut on sidewall

How Reliable is the Proton Satria?

Based on 31,089 MOT tests across 2,780 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
4,555
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,899
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,856
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,809
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,274
fog lamp not working 1,259
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RX51 BBF is a 2001 Proton Satria in Gold with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Proton Satria models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 53,550 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Proton Satria fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,899 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX51 BBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Satria typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Proton Satria is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX51 BBF registered?

RX51 BBF is a 2001 Proton Satria, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is RX51 BBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 BBF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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