1992 PROTON 1.5 GLS1.5L Petrol

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs regarding aging rubber and exhaust components. The most recent test in June 2024 at 60,353 miles passed with advisories for perishing rubber on both rear tyres. This follows a period of instability between 2021 and 2023 where the vehicle failed due to lighting issues, drive shaft boots, and exhaust leaks. While the car consistently passes, the recurring nature of perished rubber parts suggests that preventative replacement is deferred until failure. At 34 years old, the recorded mileage of 60,353 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 1,775 miles per year. The data shows a significant period of stability between 2011 and 2017, where no defects were recorded. However, the interval between tests increased after 2017, with the vehicle covering only 9,683 miles over the subsequent seven years. This low-use pattern explains the age-related degradation seen, such as cracked tyres and corroded pipes, despite the low mechanical distance driven. A buyer must physically inspect the structural integrity of the brake lines and suspension points. The record flagged excessive corrosion on the offside rear brake pipe in 2021 and corrosion on the nearside front pipe, which requires a thorough check for thinning metal or leaks. The offside drive shaft CV boot and suspension arm ball joint dust cover previously showed severe deterioration, indicating that rubber components are prone to cracking and rot. Given the history of exhaust leaks from the flexi-joint and centre/rear boxes, the entire exhaust system should be examined for internal rust or structural fatigue failure.