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M494 XWU

1995 Proton 1.3 Gl

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

94,910 mi
Last recorded94,910 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2009
Typical for 1995 Proton 1.3 Gl65,201 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM494 XWU
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2009 94,910 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 94,902 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 90,119 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 90,116 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 82,092 miles

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

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

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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M494 XWU is a 1995 Proton 1.3 Gl in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1995 Proton 1.3 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 65,201 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 M494 XWU, 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 31 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 M494 XWU registered?

M494 XWU is a 1995 Proton 1.3 Gl, first registered on 13 June 1995.

Is M494 XWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M494 XWU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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