Proton Savvy Style Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Proton Savvy Style reliable? We analysed 868 real MOT tests across 114 vehicles to find out.
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The Proton Savvy Style 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 Style.
Proton Savvy Style Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Proton Savvy Style. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Proton Savvy Style MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Proton Savvy Style to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Proton Savvy Style Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Proton Savvy Style fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Proton Savvy Style Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Proton Savvy Style owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Proton Savvy Style MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Proton Savvy Style year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 82 | 70.7% | 24,198 | 42,602 | 54,759 |
| 2009 | 68 | 75.0% | 13,019 | 30,618 | 56,525 |
| 2008 | 93 | 65.6% | 31,076 | 46,321 | 56,037 |
| 2006 | 336 | 68.2% | 23,832 | 40,098 | 58,934 |
Proton Savvy Style Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Proton Savvy Style 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 Style
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.0% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
65.6% MOT pass rate from 93 tests
The best year to buy a used Proton Savvy Style is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.0% across 68 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.6% — 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 Style Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proton Savvy Style THIS CAR | 68.3% | 868 | 43,826 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 |
| Vauxhall Vectra Life Cdti 120 | 72% | 321 | 149,772 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Proton Persona (66.0% pass rate) and the Proton GEN-2 (70.5% pass rate), the Proton Savvy Style sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Proton Savvy Style has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.3% across 868 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Proton Savvy Style are headlamp aim too low (23 recorded failures), brake binding (15), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (15). 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 Style owner drives around 4,064 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 Style 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.