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G588 PUF

1989 Proton 1.3 Gl

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,651 mi
Last recorded33,651 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2007
Typical for 1989 Proton 1.3 Gl58,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG588 PUF
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gl
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2007 33,651 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 33,250 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 33,250 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

fuel return pipe corroded

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gl?

Based on 9,876 MOT tests across 2,190 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,755
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 832
constant velocity joint gaiter split 738
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 729
Brake pipe excessively corroded 538
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 477
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G588 PUF is a 1989 Proton 1.3 Gl in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Proton 1.3 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 58,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.3 Gl fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 832 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G588 PUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.3 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G588 PUF registered?

G588 PUF is a 1989 Proton 1.3 Gl, first registered on 14 December 1989.

Is G588 PUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G588 PUF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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