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V720 FCR

1999 Proton Compact

Grey Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

90,072 mi
Last recorded90,072 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2013
Typical for 1999 Proton Compact62,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV720 FCR
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2013 90,072 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all discs pitted

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 87,397 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 87,392 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

exhaust corroded in poor condition

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge close to limits

Pass 21 Oct 2010 82,350 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2010 82,349 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 73,566 miles

front number plate marked

sill kit fitted

Fail 2 Oct 2009 73,112 miles

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

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front number plate marked

sill kit fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2008 64,598 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 56,074 miles

both front tyres cracking and perishing

front number plate poor and delaminating

Pass 9 Sep 2006 48,095 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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V720 FCR is a 1999 Proton Compact in Grey with a 1,834cc 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 V720 FCR, 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 V720 FCR registered?

V720 FCR is a 1999 Proton Compact, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is V720 FCR safe to buy?

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