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SF53 GTZ

2003 Proton Impian

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

111,370 mi
Last recorded111,370 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Proton Impian52,107 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 GTZ
MakeProton
ModelImpian
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2014 111,370 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 101,733 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 101,680 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 93,579 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 93,579 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 85,669 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 85,669 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 77,828 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Sep 2009 69,225 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 69,225 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 56,679 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 47,221 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 36,487 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 36,487 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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 GTZ is a 2003 Proton Impian in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GTZ, 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.

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What year was SF53 GTZ registered?

SF53 GTZ is a 2003 Proton Impian, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is SF53 GTZ safe to buy?

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