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Y231 JTM

2001 Proton Wira

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

112,441 mi
Last recorded112,441 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2010
Typical for 2001 Proton Wira51,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY231 JTM
MakeProton
ModelWira
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2010 112,441 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Feb 2009 108,787 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Gas suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 108,787 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 107,743 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 107,743 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 99,952 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 99,952 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2005 95,094 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 95,093 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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Y231 JTM is a 2001 Proton Wira in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 Y231 JTM, 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 Y231 JTM registered?

Y231 JTM is a 2001 Proton Wira, first registered on 2 May 2001.

Is Y231 JTM safe to buy?

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