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X278 JFR

2000 Proton Wira

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

82,198 mi
Last recorded82,198 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2013
Typical for 2000 Proton Wira55,806 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX278 JFR
MakeProton
ModelWira
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2013 82,198 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 82,198 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 77,334 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 77,334 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 73,254 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 69,008 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 69,008 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 64,800 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 64,800 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 60,375 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 56,205 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 52,316 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 52,316 miles

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

radiator leaking coolant

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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X278 JFR is a 2000 Proton Wira in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2000 Proton Wira models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 55,806 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 X278 JFR, 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 26 years old, this Proton Wira is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X278 JFR registered?

X278 JFR is a 2000 Proton Wira, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X278 JFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X278 JFR shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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