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J234 EMX

1991 Proton Gl

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

131,748 mi
Last recorded131,748 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2008
Typical for 1991 Proton Gl78,879 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ234 EMX
MakeProton
ModelGl
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2008 131,748 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 127,426 miles

wiper linkage worn excessively

Fail 16 Oct 2007 127,380 miles

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

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

wiper linkage worn excessively

Pass 19 Oct 2006 122,249 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

imbalance of front brakes just within limits

Fail 11 Oct 2006 122,084 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

surfae scar in n/s front tyre wall

How Reliable is the Proton Gl?

Based on 5,105 MOT tests across 1,264 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
3,996
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,264
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 446
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 402
Steering rack gaiter split 328
Brake pipe excessively corroded 261
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 188
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J234 EMX is a 1991 Proton Gl in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1991 Proton Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 78,879 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 Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J234 EMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Proton Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J234 EMX registered?

J234 EMX is a 1991 Proton Gl, first registered on 30 September 1991.

Is J234 EMX safe to buy?

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