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W37 BAC

2000 Proton Compact

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,804 mi
Last recorded99,804 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2011
Typical for 2000 Proton Compact58,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW37 BAC
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2011 99,804 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Aug 2011 99,389 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 87,551 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 74,690 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 70,595 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 70,492 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2006 63,600 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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W37 BAC is a 2000 Proton Compact in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Proton Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 58,022 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 W37 BAC, 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 26 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 W37 BAC registered?

W37 BAC is a 2000 Proton Compact, first registered on 27 March 2000.

Is W37 BAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W37 BAC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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