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T979 OKH

1999 Proton Compact

White Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,902 mi
Last recorded88,902 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2011
Typical for 1999 Proton Compact62,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT979 OKH
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2011 88,902 miles

Oil leak

air bag light on

Fail 3 Nov 2011 88,902 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

air bag light on

Pass 9 Nov 2010 69,142 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 56,521 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 56,006 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 55,531 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 55,048 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 54,380 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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T979 OKH is a 1999 Proton Compact in White with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 T979 OKH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T979 OKH registered?

T979 OKH is a 1999 Proton Compact, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T979 OKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for T979 OKH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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