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J479 RVT

1992 Proton Gl

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

82,982 mi
Last recorded82,982 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 1992 Proton Gl74,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ479 RVT
MakeProton
ModelGl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 82,982 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 82,075 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 82,070 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arm (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer arch (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arm (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner ach (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 80,606 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 79,134 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 77,550 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 77,550 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 75,949 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 74,083 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 74,083 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 72,286 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 70,438 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2007 68,324 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 68,324 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 66,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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J479 RVT is a 1992 Proton Gl in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1992 Proton Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 74,568 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J479 RVT, 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 34 years old, this Proton Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J479 RVT registered?

J479 RVT is a 1992 Proton Gl, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is J479 RVT safe to buy?

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