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K830 OWS

1993 Proton Gl

Bronze Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

47,583 mi
Last recorded47,583 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2007
Typical for 1993 Proton Gl78,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK830 OWS
MakeProton
ModelGl
Year1993
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Jul 2007 47,583 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 42,886 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 21 Apr 2006 42,886 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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K830 OWS is a 1993 Proton Gl in Bronze with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1993 Proton Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 78,664 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 K830 OWS, 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 33 years old, this Proton Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K830 OWS registered?

K830 OWS is a 1993 Proton Gl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K830 OWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K830 OWS shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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