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WA53 EKB

2003 Proton Wira

Gold Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

72,392 mi
Last recorded72,392 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2011
Typical for 2003 Proton Wira40,913 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 EKB
MakeProton
ModelWira
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2011 72,392 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 72,392 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 65,093 miles

Battery insecure

both outer cills damaged at rear

offside rear tyre signs of wear inner edge in one area

signs of corrosion underside of vehicle

Pass 15 Dec 2009 60,934 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 60,924 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 52,422 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 52,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 42,954 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 42,954 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 30,075 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Wira?

Based on 57,151 MOT tests across 5,746 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
4,884
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
5,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 5,753
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,573
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,960
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,578
Stop lamp not working 1,305
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WA53 EKB is a 2003 Proton Wira in Gold with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Proton Wira models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 40,913 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Proton Wira fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 5,753 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA53 EKB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Wira typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Proton Wira is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WA53 EKB registered?

WA53 EKB is a 2003 Proton Wira, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is WA53 EKB safe to buy?

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