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V629 XEE

1999 Proton Compact

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

82,955 mi
Last recorded82,955 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 1999 Proton Compact62,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV629 XEE
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 82,955 miles

Oil leak

REAR EXHAUST CONDTION POOR

Fail 8 May 2013 82,946 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2012 80,189 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Mar 2011 76,979 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 69,700 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2010 69,700 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2009 59,625 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Jan 2009 59,625 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2007 50,960 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake pads 75% worn

Pass 29 Sep 2006 44,862 miles

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

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)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake pads 75% worn

rear registration plate deteriorating

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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V629 XEE is a 1999 Proton Compact in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 V629 XEE, 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 V629 XEE registered?

V629 XEE is a 1999 Proton Compact, first registered on 25 September 1999.

Is V629 XEE safe to buy?

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