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H497 CFG

1991 Proton SE Auto

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

52,607 mi
Last recorded52,607 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2008
Typical for 1991 Proton SE Auto59,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH497 CFG
MakeProton
ModelSE Auto
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2008 52,607 miles

unable to inspect body side sills due to covers fitted

Fail 24 Jul 2008 52,604 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

unable to inspect body side sills due to covers fitted

Fail 23 Jul 2007 49,699 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 49,699 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 46,884 miles

unable to assess outer sills due to plastic covers

How Reliable is the Proton SE Auto?

Based on 1,413 MOT tests across 295 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
3,302
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 78
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 42
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 39
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H497 CFG is a 1991 Proton SE Auto in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1991 Proton SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 59,986 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 SE Auto fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H497 CFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was H497 CFG registered?

H497 CFG is a 1991 Proton SE Auto, first registered on 12 June 1991.

Is H497 CFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for H497 CFG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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