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G797 VBP

1989 Proton SE

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

56,479 mi
Last recorded56,479 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG797 VBP
MakeProton
ModelSE
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2012 56,479 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 55,686 miles

minor corrosion to O/S/F sill section.

Fail 22 Mar 2011 55,683 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

minor corrosion to O/S/F sill section.

Pass 11 Mar 2010 54,754 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 54,754 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 53,162 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 51,804 miles

off side door step holled and rusty

Fail 22 Mar 2008 51,802 miles

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

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

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

off side door step holled and rusty

Pass 23 Mar 2007 49,558 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 49,533 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 46,300 miles

How Reliable is the Proton SE?

Based on 2,265 MOT tests across 571 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
3,897
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 247
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 163
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 131
Brake pipe excessively corroded 128
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 77
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G797 VBP is a 1989 Proton SE in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

The most common reason a Proton SE fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 247 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G797 VBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton SE typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 37 years old, this Proton SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G797 VBP registered?

G797 VBP is a 1989 Proton SE, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G797 VBP safe to buy?

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