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L287 VLA

1993 Proton 13 Gls

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,738 mi
Last recorded108,738 miles
Recorded on30 May 2008
Typical for 1993 Proton 13 Gls73,312 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL287 VLA
MakeProton
Model13 Gls
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2008 108,738 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 107,369 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 107,369 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2006 105,708 miles
Pass 28 May 2005 104,744 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 13 Gls?

Based on 552 MOT tests across 212 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
3,257
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 77
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 22
Steering rack gaiter split 20
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L287 VLA is a 1993 Proton 13 Gls in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 Proton 13 Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 73,312 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton 13 Gls fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L287 VLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 13 Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Proton 13 Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L287 VLA registered?

L287 VLA is a 1993 Proton 13 Gls, first registered on 29 December 1993.

Is L287 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L287 VLA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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