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R329 JTC

1998 Proton Compact

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,504 mi
Last recorded102,504 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2006
Typical for 1998 Proton Compact61,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR329 JTC
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2006 102,504 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Proton Compact?

Based on 17,101 MOT tests across 2,067 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
4,368
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,067
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,657
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,136
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 749
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 744
Brake pipe excessively corroded 701
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R329 JTC is a 1998 Proton Compact in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Proton Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 61,911 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Compact fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R329 JTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Compact typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Proton Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R329 JTC registered?

R329 JTC is a 1998 Proton Compact, first registered on 16 June 1998.

Is R329 JTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R329 JTC shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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