4 Model Years Analyzed
Proton Compact
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1997-2000), based on 35 DVSA recorded tests.
71.4%
Average Pass Rate
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Model Years
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Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
1999 Proton Compact MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
- 2Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
- 3An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
- 4A driver's seat with a defective structure
- 5Exhaust system leaking or insecure
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Proton Compact?
The Proton Compact has an average 71.4% MOT pass rate across model years 1997 to 2000, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Proton Compact?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Proton Compact across all years are: steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Proton Compact year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Proton Compact model years.