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V74 GGA

2000 Proton Compact Duo

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

71,015 mi
Last recorded71,015 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV74 GGA
MakeProton
ModelCompact Duo
Year2000
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2007 71,015 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 70,884 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 64,691 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 64,691 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2005 58,088 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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V74 GGA is a 2000 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%.

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 V74 GGA, 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 26 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 V74 GGA registered?

V74 GGA is a 2000 Proton Compact Duo, first registered on 9 February 2000.

Is V74 GGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V74 GGA 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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