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T638 SHR

1999 Proton Compact

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

88,313 mi
Last recorded88,313 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 1999 Proton Compact62,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT638 SHR
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 88,313 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under body slightly corroded in areas

Fail 10 Dec 2020 88,312 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under body slightly corroded in areas

Fail 16 Nov 2020 88,296 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 82,602 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear spare wheel fitted of which is steel not alloy but is of the same size

Pass 13 Jun 2018 80,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jun 2018 80,486 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2017 76,297 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge smooth (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 71,146 miles

high level brake light inop

Pass 25 Mar 2015 68,021 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

high level brake light inop

Fail 25 Mar 2015 68,020 miles

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

high level brake light inop

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Mar 2014 65,062 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 64,027 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 64,012 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 61,781 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 61,781 miles

Centre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 58,386 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 56,606 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 56,589 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 53,939 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 49,697 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 45,092 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 40,486 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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T638 SHR is a 1999 Proton Compact in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 T638 SHR, 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 T638 SHR registered?

T638 SHR is a 1999 Proton Compact, first registered on 16 April 1999.

Is T638 SHR safe to buy?

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