MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
67,957 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake Pedal Rubber Wearing
Front & Rear Number Plates Deteriorating
Front Brake Balance Poor--22%
N/S/F Tyre Only Just Legal ( With A Nail )--RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT
O/S/F Wheel Rim Corroding
O/S/R Trailing Arm Bush Perishing--N/S/R Only Slightly
O/S/R Tyre Distorted
Oil Leaks
Sign Of Corrosion Front Subframe & Suspension Components
Stone-chip In N/S Headlamp Lens
Wipers Smearing
Emissions not tested (7.0)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Brake Pedal Rubber Wearing
Exhaust & Joints Corroding
Front & Rear Number Plates Deteriorating
Front Brake Balance Poor--22%
N/S/F Tyre Only Just Legal ( With A Nail )--RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT
O/S/F Wheel Rim Corroding
O/S/R Trailing Arm Bush Perishing--N/S/R Only Slightly
O/S/R Tyre Distorted
Oil Leaks
Sign Of Corrosion Front Subframe & Suspension Components
Stone-chip In N/S Headlamp Lens
Wipers Smearing
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak
brake pedal rubber worn
brake warning light on
exhaust system badly corroded and leaking slightly
front and rear number plates deteriorated,recommend attention
front brake pads seem low,front brake balance poor 21%
genral corrosion front subframe and suspension components
noise from power steering pump,auxiliary belts
Both Front Tyres Wearing On Inner Edges--O/S Getting Close To Legal Limit
Exhaust Corroding
Front & Rear Number Plates Slightly Discoloured
Front Anti-Roll Bar Link Bushes Perishing
Front Brake Balance Poor
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Oil Leaks
Slight Corrosion Front Chassis Rails & Front Cross Member
Slight Play In Upper Steering Column Bush
Wipers Smearing Slightly
Both Front Tyres Wearing On Inner Edges--O/S Getting Close To Legal Limit
Exhaust Corroding
Front & Rear Number Plates Slightly Discoloured
Front Anti-Roll Bar Link Bushes Perishing
Front Brake Balance Poor
Oil Leaks
Slight Corrosion Front Chassis Rails & Front Cross Member
Slight Play In Upper Steering Column Bush
Wipers Smearing Slightly
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Proton Compact?
Based on 17,101 MOT tests across 2,067 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R512 EKX is a 1997 Proton Compact in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
Across all 1997 Proton Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 64,857 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 R512 EKX, 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 29 years old, this Proton Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R512 EKX?
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What year was R512 EKX registered?
R512 EKX is a 1997 Proton Compact, first registered on 22 November 1997.
Is R512 EKX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R512 EKX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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