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SF53 BTE

2003 Proton Impian

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

58,495 mi
Last recorded58,495 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Proton Impian52,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 BTE
MakeProton
ModelImpian
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2014 58,495 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 46,597 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 46,597 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 40,438 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 35,679 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 32,235 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 32,235 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 28,517 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 28,517 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 24,950 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 18,447 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 14,198 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 14,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

How Reliable is the Proton Impian?

Based on 29,773 MOT tests across 2,440 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,608
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,274
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 881
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 718
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SF53 BTE is a 2003 Proton Impian in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Proton Impian models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 52,107 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 Impian fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF53 BTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Impian typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Proton Impian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF53 BTE registered?

SF53 BTE is a 2003 Proton Impian, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is SF53 BTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF53 BTE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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