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S974 LWN

1998 Proton 1.5 Gls

Maroon Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

100,025 mi
Last recorded100,025 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS974 LWN
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gls
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Apr 2009 100,025 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 100,025 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 93,301 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 93,301 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2007 86,471 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 May 2006 79,187 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 79,187 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Gls?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 1,591 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
2,816
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,591
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 609
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 325
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 318
Brake pipe excessively corroded 305
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231
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S974 LWN is a 1998 Proton 1.5 Gls in Maroon with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 609 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S974 LWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Proton 1.5 Gls is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S974 LWN registered?

S974 LWN is a 1998 Proton 1.5 Gls, first registered on 30 September 1998.

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