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R579 AKV

1997 Proton Compact

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,899 mi
Last recorded105,899 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Proton Compact64,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR579 AKV
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2011 105,899 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)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Coolant leak

Pass 2 Aug 2010 96,469 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2009 88,710 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 81,037 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 81,037 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 72,468 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 64,712 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 57,490 miles

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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R579 AKV is a 1997 Proton Compact in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R579 AKV, 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

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What year was R579 AKV registered?

R579 AKV is a 1997 Proton Compact, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R579 AKV safe to buy?

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