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T838 SAE

1999 Proton Compact Sprint

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

54,788 mi
Last recorded54,788 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2010
Typical for 1999 Proton Compact Sprint62,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT838 SAE
MakeProton
ModelCompact Sprint
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2010 54,788 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

handbrake adjustment

o/s wiper split

Fail 31 Mar 2010 54,786 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

handbrake adjustment

o/s wiper split

Pass 26 Mar 2009 44,960 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 39,113 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 39,113 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2007 34,597 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 32,894 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 32,894 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

slight run out on front disc's

How Reliable is the Proton Compact Sprint?

Based on 802 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
5,800
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 104
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30
Registration plate lamp not working 29
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T838 SAE is a 1999 Proton Compact Sprint in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Proton Compact Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 62,670 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 Compact Sprint fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T838 SAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Compact Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Proton Compact Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T838 SAE registered?

T838 SAE is a 1999 Proton Compact Sprint, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is T838 SAE safe to buy?

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