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V494 DCC

1999 Proton Compact

Grey Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

150,350 mi
Last recorded150,350 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 1999 Proton Compact62,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV494 DCC
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 150,350 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 138,032 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 124,412 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 110,277 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 97,319 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 81,336 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 64,386 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008

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

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

handbrake travel

n/s mirror

Fail 14 Aug 2008 56,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

handbrake travel

n/s mirror

Pass 14 Aug 2007 48,912 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 41,467 miles

n/s wing mirror cracked

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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V494 DCC is a 1999 Proton Compact in Grey with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 V494 DCC, 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 V494 DCC registered?

V494 DCC is a 1999 Proton Compact, first registered on 24 November 1999.

Is V494 DCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V494 DCC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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