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T238 LAR

1999 Proton Compact

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

89,611 mi
Last recorded89,611 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2017
Typical for 1999 Proton Compact62,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT238 LAR
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2017 89,611 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 82,173 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 82,173 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 79,612 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 76,989 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

slight damage to o/s rack boot..

Pass 25 Oct 2012 72,107 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 66,667 miles

exhaust in poor condition.

Pass 29 Oct 2010 58,229 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 58,229 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres worn to 1.6mm

rear number plate in poor condition.

Pass 28 Oct 2009 49,432 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 49,432 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 39,882 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 39,882 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 31,532 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 25,479 miles

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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T238 LAR is a 1999 Proton Compact in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1999 Proton Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 62,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 T238 LAR, 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 27 years old, this Proton Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T238 LAR registered?

T238 LAR is a 1999 Proton Compact, first registered on 25 March 1999.

Is T238 LAR safe to buy?

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