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V671 ETC

1999 Proton Compact

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,368 mi
Last recorded99,368 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2011
Typical for 1999 Proton Compact62,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV671 ETC
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2011 99,368 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 86,293 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 81,551 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 75,715 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 69,583 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 63,020 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 63,020 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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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V671 ETC is a 1999 Proton Compact in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V671 ETC, 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

How do I check the history of V671 ETC?

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What year was V671 ETC registered?

V671 ETC is a 1999 Proton Compact, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V671 ETC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V671 ETC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V671 ETC have outstanding finance?

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