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H495 BMU

1991 Proton 1.5 Gl

Maroon Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,053 mi
Last recorded62,053 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2017
Typical for 1991 Proton 1.5 Gl79,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH495 BMU
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gl
Year1991
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2017 62,053 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 61,625 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 61,082 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 60,217 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 59,417 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 58,652 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake fluid found low, advise more detailed check of braking system

Pass 12 Feb 2011 57,598 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake master cylinder low on fluid and slightly damp

Fail 8 Feb 2011 57,598 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake master cylinder low on fluid and slightly damp

Pass 12 Feb 2010 56,650 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 55,511 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 54,080 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 54,080 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 Feb 2007 52,713 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 52,713 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 51,517 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 51,517 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Gl?

Based on 10,810 MOT tests across 2,271 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
2,870
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 917
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 607
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 567
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 355
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H495 BMU is a 1991 Proton 1.5 Gl in Maroon with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Proton 1.5 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 79,068 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.5 Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 917 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H495 BMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.5 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Proton 1.5 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H495 BMU registered?

H495 BMU is a 1991 Proton 1.5 Gl, first registered on 5 March 1991.

Is H495 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H495 BMU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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