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R118 EDO

1997 Proton 1.3 Gls

Purple Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,657 mi
Last recorded74,657 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR118 EDO
MakeProton
Model1.3 Gls
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2009 74,657 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 74,657 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 70,307 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 70,307 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 68,100 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 67,348 miles

How Reliable is the Proton 1.3 Gls?

Based on 9,060 MOT tests across 1,924 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
3,239
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,924
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 730
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 723
Brake pipe excessively corroded 498
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 437
Steering rack gaiter split 283
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R118 EDO is a 1997 Proton 1.3 Gls in Purple with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Proton 1.3 Gls fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R118 EDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton 1.3 Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Proton 1.3 Gls is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R118 EDO registered?

R118 EDO is a 1997 Proton 1.3 Gls, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R118 EDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R118 EDO 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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