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J161 MOY

1992 Proton 1.5 Gl

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

37,572 mi
Last recorded37,572 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 1992 Proton 1.5 Gl74,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ161 MOY
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 37,572 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 34,427 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 30,827 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 30,827 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 25,819 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

coolent pipes hard radiator cap leaking coolent (pressure)

Fail 19 Apr 2013 25,819 miles

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

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

coolent pipes hard radiator cap leaking coolent (pressure)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 24,800 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 24,484 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 24,169 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 23,814 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 23,814 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 2,333 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 22,810 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 22,315 miles

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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J161 MOY is a 1992 Proton 1.5 Gl in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1992 Proton 1.5 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 74,670 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 J161 MOY, 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 34 years old, this Proton 1.5 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J161 MOY registered?

J161 MOY is a 1992 Proton 1.5 Gl, first registered on 6 May 1992.

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The MOT history for J161 MOY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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