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AE08 DXL

2008 Proton Savvy

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,832 mi
Last recorded29,832 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Proton Savvy37,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 DXL
MakeProton
ModelSavvy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 29,832 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 26,759 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 23,701 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake binding on roller 25kg

Nearside Rear unable to check wheel bearing due to brake binding

Nearside wiper blade split

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 20,021 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 17,194 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 13,471 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 13,471 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 10,144 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 10,144 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 6,819 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 6,813 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 5,466 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Savvy?

Based on 46,706 MOT tests across 3,312 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
3,752
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 2,372
brake binding 1,754
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,419
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,122
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 729
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AE08 DXL is a 2008 Proton Savvy in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Proton Savvy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 37,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Savvy fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 2,372 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 DXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Savvy typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Proton Savvy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE08 DXL registered?

AE08 DXL is a 2008 Proton Savvy, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is AE08 DXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 DXL shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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