Proton Savvy Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Proton Savvy reliable? We analysed 46,706 real MOT tests across 3,312 vehicles to find out.
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The Proton Savvy is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include headlamp aim too low, brake binding and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Proton Savvy.
Proton Savvy Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Proton Savvy. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Proton Savvy MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Proton Savvy to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Proton Savvy Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Proton Savvy fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Proton Savvy Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Proton Savvy owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Proton Savvy MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Proton Savvy year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 769 | 70.9% | 18,294 | 30,793 | 48,240 |
| 2011 | 2,007 | 71.0% | 21,240 | 33,164 | 50,218 |
| 2010 | 4,069 | 70.7% | 18,426 | 31,268 | 48,822 |
| 2009 | 4,316 | 69.8% | 20,564 | 33,855 | 50,478 |
| 2008 | 5,430 | 68.3% | 22,860 | 37,900 | 54,952 |
| 2007 | 12,736 | 68.8% | 22,307 | 36,234 | 53,697 |
| 2006 | 17,304 | 68.2% | 24,674 | 39,019 | 56,078 |
How Long Does a Proton Savvy Last?
Based on 3,312 Proton Savvy vehicles on UK roads.
Proton Savvy Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Proton Savvy MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Proton Savvy
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.0% MOT pass rate from 2,007 tests
68.2% MOT pass rate from 17,304 tests
The best year to buy a used Proton Savvy is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.0% across 2,007 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Proton Savvy Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proton Savvy THIS CAR | 68.9% | 46,706 | 36,490 mi | 20 yrs |
| Proton Persona | 66% | 104,196 | 68,588 mi | 32 yrs |
| Proton GEN-2 | 70.5% | 59,272 | 46,580 mi | 22 yrs |
| Proton Wira | 70.1% | 57,151 | 47,970 mi | 26 yrs |
| BMW R1100 | 88.2% | 53,146 | 33,868 mi | 31 yrs |
Compared to the Proton Persona (66.0% pass rate) and the Proton GEN-2 (70.5% pass rate), the Proton Savvy sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Proton Savvy has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.9% across 46,706 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Proton Savvy are headlamp aim too low (2,372 recorded failures), brake binding (1,754), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1,419). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Proton Savvy owner drives around 3,752 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Proton Savvy models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.