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L585 ORC

1994 Proton SE

Grey Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

77,166 mi
Last recorded77,166 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2009
Typical for 1994 Proton SE86,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL585 ORC
MakeProton
ModelSE
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2009 77,166 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Nov 2009 77,166 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 75,453 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 75,453 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 73,064 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 69,324 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 69,320 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Dec 2005 65,219 miles

How Reliable is the Proton SE?

Based on 2,265 MOT tests across 571 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
3,897
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 247
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 163
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 131
Brake pipe excessively corroded 128
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 77
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L585 ORC is a 1994 Proton SE in Grey with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1994 Proton SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 86,072 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 SE fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 247 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L585 ORC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton SE typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 32 years old, this Proton SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L585 ORC registered?

L585 ORC is a 1994 Proton SE, first registered on 21 June 1994.

Is L585 ORC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L585 ORC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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