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P901 YFX

1996 Proton Sl Auto

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,089 mi
Last recorded46,089 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2008
Typical for 1996 Proton Sl Auto61,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP901 YFX
MakeProton
ModelSl Auto
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2008 46,089 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 37,216 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

over sills fitted

Fail 11 Oct 2007 37,118 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

over sills fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2006 31,856 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 31,855 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 26,875 miles

coolant leaking

oil leak

How Reliable is the Proton Sl Auto?

Based on 963 MOT tests across 184 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
3,498
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
184
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 55
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45
Brake pipe excessively corroded 40
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 26
fog lamp not working 21
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P901 YFX is a 1996 Proton Sl Auto in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Proton Sl Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 61,100 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 Sl Auto fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P901 YFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Sl Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Proton Sl Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P901 YFX registered?

P901 YFX is a 1996 Proton Sl Auto, first registered on 12 September 1996.

Is P901 YFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P901 YFX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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