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W502 PAU

2000 Proton Compact

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

91,795 mi
Last recorded91,795 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 2000 Proton Compact58,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW502 PAU
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2014 91,795 miles

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

Exhaust sytem rusty and slight blow at rear

Underside and n/s outer sill rusty but wont hole

Fail 9 May 2014 91,795 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Exhaust sytem rusty and slight blow at rear

Underside and n/s outer sill rusty but wont hole

Pass 11 May 2013 82,489 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 77,838 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2012 77,838 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 74,755 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 69,623 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust front-pipe heatshield loose

offside rear tyre surface cracked

Fail 10 Apr 2010 69,623 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust front-pipe heatshield loose

offside rear tyre surface cracked

Pass 18 Apr 2009 61,028 miles

offside front and rear tyres surface cracked

Pass 12 Apr 2008 54,033 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 54,033 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 48,520 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 42,901 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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W502 PAU is a 2000 Proton Compact in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2000 Proton Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 58,022 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 W502 PAU, 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 26 years old, this Proton Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W502 PAU registered?

W502 PAU is a 2000 Proton Compact, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W502 PAU safe to buy?

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