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N989 ETR

1996 Proton 1.5 Gl

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

79,952 mi
Last recorded79,952 miles
Recorded on10 May 2012
Typical for 1996 Proton 1.5 Gl66,587 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN989 ETR
MakeProton
Model1.5 Gl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2012 79,952 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

backrest of driver seat weak

spare wheel missing

Fail 10 May 2012 79,952 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 78,375 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 76,352 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 76,307 miles

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)

Pass 13 May 2009 72,832 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 68,824 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 68,824 miles

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)

Pass 15 May 2007 66,587 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 66,587 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 May 2006 64,490 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 64,483 miles

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.

67.9%
Pass Rate
2,870
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 917
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 607
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 567
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 355
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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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