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L980 TCL

1994 Proton Gl

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,900 mi
Last recorded86,900 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2007
Typical for 1994 Proton Gl74,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL980 TCL
MakeProton
ModelGl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2007 86,900 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2007 86,900 miles

Nearside Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 83,118 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Gl?

Based on 5,105 MOT tests across 1,264 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
3,996
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,264
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 446
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 402
Steering rack gaiter split 328
Brake pipe excessively corroded 261
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 188
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L980 TCL is a 1994 Proton Gl in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Proton Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 74,878 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 446 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L980 TCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was L980 TCL registered?

L980 TCL is a 1994 Proton Gl, first registered on 29 April 1994.

Is L980 TCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L980 TCL 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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