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S722 REY

1998 Proton Compact Duo

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

74,968 mi
Last recorded74,968 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Proton Compact Duo74,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS722 REY
MakeProton
ModelCompact Duo
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2008 74,968 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 74,968 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 70,228 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2007 70,228 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2006 59,930 miles

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

How Reliable is the Proton Compact Duo?

Based on 705 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

62.8%
Pass Rate
6,249
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 94
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 56
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43
Registration plate lamp not working 38
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
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S722 REY is a 1998 Proton Compact Duo in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Proton Compact Duo models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 74,418 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Proton Compact Duo fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S722 REY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was S722 REY registered?

S722 REY is a 1998 Proton Compact Duo, first registered on 22 September 1998.

Is S722 REY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S722 REY shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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