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L997 TCL

1994 Proton 1.3 Gls

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,300 mi
Last recorded57,300 miles
Recorded on30 May 2006
Typical for 1994 Proton 1.3 Gls72,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL997 TCL
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gls
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 May 2006 57,300 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gls?

Based on 9,060 MOT tests across 1,924 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
3,239
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,924
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 730
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 723
Brake pipe excessively corroded 498
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 437
Steering rack gaiter split 283
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L997 TCL is a 1994 Proton 1.3 Gls in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L997 TCL, 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 L997 TCL registered?

L997 TCL is a 1994 Proton 1.3 Gls, first registered on 29 April 1994.

Is L997 TCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L997 TCL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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