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L742 VCU

1994 Proton Gls

Grey Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,933 mi
Last recorded94,933 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2008
Typical for 1994 Proton Gls73,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL742 VCU
MakeProton
ModelGls
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2008 94,933 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2007 93,408 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 91,818 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 91,818 miles

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

How Reliable is the Proton Gls?

Based on 3,834 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
4,136
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 382
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 345
Brake pipe excessively corroded 201
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 156
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 131
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L742 VCU is a 1994 Proton Gls in Grey with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Proton Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 73,792 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L742 VCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L742 VCU registered?

L742 VCU is a 1994 Proton Gls, first registered on 14 April 1994.

Is L742 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L742 VCU 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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