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S583 AEU

1998 Proton Compact

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2013
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

96,242 mi
Last recorded96,242 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Proton Compact61,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS583 AEU
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Aug 2013 96,242 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front indicator damaged

Pass 25 Aug 2012 87,614 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 83,743 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 83,743 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 81,277 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 81,277 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 71,679 miles

both front discs slightly corroded

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 May 2007 68,206 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 68,199 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

offside front indicator lens broken

offside mirror loose

Pass 12 May 2006 57,841 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 57,841 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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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S583 AEU is a 1998 Proton Compact in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1998 Proton Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 61,911 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 Compact fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S583 AEU, 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 28 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 S583 AEU?

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What year was S583 AEU registered?

S583 AEU is a 1998 Proton Compact, first registered on 14 October 1998.

Is S583 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S583 AEU shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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