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T778 JOL

1999 Proton Compact Sprint

Yellow Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

103,838 mi
Last recorded103,838 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2005
Typical for 1999 Proton Compact Sprint62,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT778 JOL
MakeProton
ModelCompact Sprint
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2005 103,838 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2005 103,582 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

OFF SIDE FRONT WHEEL SLIGHTLY BACK

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

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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T778 JOL is a 1999 Proton Compact Sprint in Yellow with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Proton Compact Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 62,670 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 Sprint fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T778 JOL, 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 27 years old, this Proton Compact Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T778 JOL registered?

T778 JOL is a 1999 Proton Compact Sprint, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T778 JOL safe to buy?

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