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WX53 DLU

2003 Proton Wira

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

48,181 mi
Last recorded48,181 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Proton Wira40,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 DLU
MakeProton
ModelWira
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 48,181 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 45,223 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 45,223 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2017 42,683 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 42,683 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

rear bumper insecure

Pass 28 Apr 2016 41,700 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 41,700 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 39,863 miles

rear bumper insecure

slight leak on exhaust manifold

Fail 29 May 2013 34,570 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 May 2013 34,570 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 29,493 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 28,672 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 27,771 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 27,771 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

nearside front tyre on 2mm

Pass 14 Jan 2009 25,501 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 21,611 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 17,428 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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WX53 DLU is a 2003 Proton Wira in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 WX53 DLU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX53 DLU registered?

WX53 DLU is a 2003 Proton Wira, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is WX53 DLU safe to buy?

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