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J285 GMG

1991 Proton 13 Gl

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,583 mi
Last recorded137,583 miles
Recorded on22 May 2010
Typical for 1991 Proton 13 Gl96,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ285 GMG
MakeProton
Model13 Gl
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2010 137,583 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 131,126 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 131,126 miles

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

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

ADV N/SIDE FRONT IND LENSE

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

Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 125,886 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 119,302 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 119,302 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 113,431 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 106,884 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 13 Gl?

Based on 618 MOT tests across 221 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
3,952
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
221
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 66
Steering rack gaiter split 59
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 54
Brake pipe excessively corroded 40
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 31
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J285 GMG is a 1991 Proton 13 Gl in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Proton 13 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 96,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 13 Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J285 GMG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 13 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Proton 13 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J285 GMG registered?

J285 GMG is a 1991 Proton 13 Gl, first registered on 30 September 1991.

Is J285 GMG safe to buy?

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