1993 Proton Gls MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Gls models manufactured in 1993, based on 124 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1993 Proton Gls vintage page → (52.7% current pass rate)1993 Proton Gls MOT Analysis
The 1993 Proton Gls has an MOT pass rate of 51.6% based on 124 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 68,851 miles on the odometer. With a 48.4% failure rate, the 1993 Gls is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1993 Proton Gls is Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions, responsible for 0.8% of failures. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs range from £100–1,000+.
Top failures specific to 1993 models only. The overall Gls page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 0.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 68,851 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.12 | 0.8% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1993 Proton Gls has an MOT pass rate of 51.6% based on 124 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 68,851 miles on the odometer. With a 48.4% failure rate, the 1993 Gls is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1993 Proton Gls, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to exhaust, fuel and emissions: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help. At 68,851 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions — 0.8% of failures
Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 1993 Proton Gls models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.