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K179 TCP

1992 Proton 15 Gl

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

70,657 mi
Last recorded70,657 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2005
Typical for 1992 Proton 15 Gl86,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK179 TCP
MakeProton
Model15 Gl
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Oct 2005 70,657 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Proton 15 Gl?

Based on 541 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
3,222
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 54
Brake pipe excessively corroded 40
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 31
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 25
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K179 TCP is a 1992 Proton 15 Gl in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1992 Proton 15 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 86,506 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 15 Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K179 TCP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 15 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Proton 15 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K179 TCP registered?

K179 TCP is a 1992 Proton 15 Gl, first registered on 24 September 1992.

Is K179 TCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K179 TCP shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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