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V609 DBV

1999 Proton Compact

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,947 mi
Last recorded87,947 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2011
Typical for 1999 Proton Compact62,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV609 DBV
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2011 87,947 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 84,307 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2009 80,909 miles

rear spoiler damaged

Fail 27 Mar 2009 80,909 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear spoiler damaged

Pass 28 Mar 2008 76,420 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 76,389 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 69,254 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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V609 DBV is a 1999 Proton Compact in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V609 DBV, 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 V609 DBV registered?

V609 DBV is a 1999 Proton Compact, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V609 DBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V609 DBV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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