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J480 LCV

1992 Proton Gl

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

65,710 mi
Last recorded65,710 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 1992 Proton Gl74,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ480 LCV
MakeProton
ModelGl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 65,710 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 65,678 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 65,670 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all under vehicle surface & components general corrosion

Pass 10 Oct 2020 65,643 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear both tyre inner side wall minor crack

all under vehicle surface & components general corrosion

Pass 8 Apr 2019 65,100 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

vehicle has been undersealed

Fail 26 Mar 2019 65,090 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 8 Mar 2018 62,249 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 60,029 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 56,766 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 52,625 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 48,910 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 45,085 miles

under side brake pipes covered in under seal

Pass 6 Mar 2012 40,514 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 35,355 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 30,787 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 25,684 miles

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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J480 LCV is a 1992 Proton Gl in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J480 LCV, 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.

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What year was J480 LCV registered?

J480 LCV is a 1992 Proton Gl, first registered on 18 February 1992.

Is J480 LCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J480 LCV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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