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J230 FGP

1992 Proton 1.3 Gls

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,536 mi
Last recorded99,536 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2009
Typical for 1992 Proton 1.3 Gls76,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ230 FGP
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gls
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2009 99,536 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

starting to corrode on inner wheel arch offside rear behind shocker

Pass 8 Oct 2008 90,997 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

welding repairs on nearside raer inner wheel arch behind wheel

Pass 10 Oct 2007 82,949 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 82,943 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 76,311 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 70,421 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

nsf lower ball joint rubber split

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gls?

Based on 9,060 MOT tests across 1,924 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
3,239
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,924
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 730
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 723
Brake pipe excessively corroded 498
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 437
Steering rack gaiter split 283
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J230 FGP is a 1992 Proton 1.3 Gls in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1992 Proton 1.3 Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 76,008 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 1.3 Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J230 FGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.3 Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J230 FGP registered?

J230 FGP is a 1992 Proton 1.3 Gls, first registered on 30 June 1992.

Is J230 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J230 FGP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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