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N639 DYB

1996 Proton 1.3 Gl

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,839 mi
Last recorded91,839 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2013
Typical for 1996 Proton 1.3 Gl67,485 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN639 DYB
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2013 91,839 miles

Engine oil leak

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 30 Oct 2012 88,897 miles

slight corrosion both rear wheel arches

Pass 27 Oct 2011 80,367 miles

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

both front tyres on limits

Pass 29 Oct 2010 72,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 65,790 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 65,777 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 60,897 miles

suspect numerous engine oil leaks

Pass 15 Oct 2007 55,891 miles

See advisory note 142138887251

Fail 15 Oct 2007 55,891 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Oil leak from top of engine

Pass 12 Oct 2006 50,677 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 50,671 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 46,935 miles

oil leak

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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N639 DYB is a 1996 Proton 1.3 Gl in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N639 DYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N639 DYB registered?

N639 DYB is a 1996 Proton 1.3 Gl, first registered on 25 June 1996.

Is N639 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N639 DYB shows 12 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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