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S296 XON

1998 Proton Compact Sprint

Yellow Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

106,789 mi
Last recorded106,789 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2010
Typical for 1998 Proton Compact Sprint79,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS296 XON
MakeProton
ModelCompact Sprint
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2010 106,789 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 94,344 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 83,725 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 82,186 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 82,004 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 73,719 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Compact Sprint?

Based on 802 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
5,800
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 104
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30
Registration plate lamp not working 29
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S296 XON is a 1998 Proton Compact Sprint in Yellow with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Proton Compact Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 79,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Compact Sprint fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S296 XON, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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How do I check the history of S296 XON?

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What year was S296 XON registered?

S296 XON is a 1998 Proton Compact Sprint, first registered on 26 October 1998.

Is S296 XON safe to buy?

The MOT history for S296 XON shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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