MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
79,952 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
backrest of driver seat weak
spare wheel missing
Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
backrest of driver seat weak
spare wheel missing
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
How Reliable is the Proton 1.5 Gl?
Based on 10,810 MOT tests across 2,271 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N989 ETR is a 1996 Proton 1.5 Gl in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.
Across all 1996 Proton 1.5 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 66,587 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 1.5 Gl fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 917 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N989 ETR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Proton 1.5 Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Proton 1.5 Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was N989 ETR registered?
N989 ETR is a 1996 Proton 1.5 Gl, first registered on 11 May 1996.
Is N989 ETR safe to buy?
The MOT history for N989 ETR shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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