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N494 GNK

1996 Proton 1.3 Gl

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,064 mi
Last recorded36,064 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2006
Typical for 1996 Proton 1.3 Gl67,485 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN494 GNK
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2006 36,064 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

slight excess travel on foot brake

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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N494 GNK is a 1996 Proton 1.3 Gl in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Proton 1.3 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 67,485 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N494 GNK, 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 30 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 N494 GNK registered?

N494 GNK is a 1996 Proton 1.3 Gl, first registered on 15 May 1996.

Is N494 GNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N494 GNK 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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