MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
118,001 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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n/s/r parking brake less effort than o/s/r
Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
rear tyres getting close to limit
nearside rear wheel binding very slightly and that brake lower than other side
How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gls?
Based on 9,060 MOT tests across 1,924 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L296 VMR is a 1994 Proton 1.3 Gls in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1994 Proton 1.3 Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 72,207 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 1.3 Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L296 VMR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Proton 1.3 Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 32 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was L296 VMR registered?
L296 VMR is a 1994 Proton 1.3 Gls, first registered on 26 January 1994.
Is L296 VMR safe to buy?
The MOT history for L296 VMR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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