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T424 KKJ

1999 Proton Compact

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

52,686 mi
Last recorded52,686 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2023
Typical for 1999 Proton Compact62,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT424 KKJ
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Jul 2023 52,686 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch/ sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch/ sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

General corrosion

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 52,656 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 52,824 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall 185/60/14 h (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2022 51,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Feb 2021 51,310 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 51,100 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 50,403 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 49,652 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 48,983 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 48,364 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 47,324 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 46,167 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 44,938 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 44,082 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 42,889 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 41,756 miles

nearside front tyre slightly perished

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

offside front tyre slightly perished

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 9 Feb 2009 40,919 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 39,702 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 38,535 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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T424 KKJ is a 1999 Proton Compact in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 T424 KKJ, 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 T424 KKJ registered?

T424 KKJ is a 1999 Proton Compact, first registered on 3 March 1999.

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