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L285 XHS

1994 Proton Gl

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,789 mi
Last recorded39,789 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2008
Typical for 1994 Proton Gl74,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL285 XHS
MakeProton
ModelGl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2008 39,789 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 36,979 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 33,248 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 33,187 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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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L285 XHS is a 1994 Proton Gl in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Proton Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 74,878 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 L285 XHS, 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 32 years old, this Proton Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L285 XHS registered?

L285 XHS is a 1994 Proton Gl, first registered on 30 March 1994.

Is L285 XHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L285 XHS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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