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L453 THF

1994 Proton 1.3 Gl

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

96,595 mi
Last recorded96,595 miles
Recorded on11 May 2006
Typical for 1994 Proton 1.3 Gl78,463 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL453 THF
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2006 96,595 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

rear seat backs fractured but can be secured in upright possition

Fail 10 May 2006 96,593 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

alternator drive belt worn

rear seat backs fractured but can be secured in upright possition

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gl?

Based on 9,876 MOT tests across 2,190 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,755
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 832
constant velocity joint gaiter split 738
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 729
Brake pipe excessively corroded 538
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 477
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L453 THF is a 1994 Proton 1.3 Gl in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Proton 1.3 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 78,463 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 Gl fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 832 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L453 THF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.3 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 32 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L453 THF registered?

L453 THF is a 1994 Proton 1.3 Gl, first registered on 18 April 1994.

Is L453 THF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L453 THF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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