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X481 BFJ

2001 Proton Wira

Purple Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,972 mi
Last recorded93,972 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2010
Typical for 2001 Proton Wira51,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX481 BFJ
MakeProton
ModelWira
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2010 93,972 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 92,106 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 90,019 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 89,995 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 85,897 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear brake pads worn slightly low 3mm legal limit 1.5mm

Pass 28 Nov 2006 78,022 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2006 78,015 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2005 63,437 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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X481 BFJ is a 2001 Proton Wira in Purple with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Proton Wira models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 51,285 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 X481 BFJ, 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 25 years old, this Proton Wira is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X481 BFJ registered?

X481 BFJ is a 2001 Proton Wira, first registered on 16 January 2001.

Is X481 BFJ safe to buy?

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