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AO08 WJD

2008 Proton GEN-2

Orange Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,007 mi
Last recorded56,007 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 WJD
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 56,007 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust corroded

under radiator panel covered in heavy substance

Fail 25 Sep 2020 56,007 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust corroded

under radiator panel covered in heavy substance

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 54,138 miles

Front radiator pannel coroded

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

under body and component coroded

Pass 28 Mar 2018 52,014 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 52,014 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 49,946 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 46,670 miles

Nearside Rear caliper has slight dampness - investigate recommended

Rear brake pads are low

Fail 1 Apr 2016 46,670 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear caliper has slight dampness - investigate recommended

Rear brake pads are low

Pass 8 Apr 2015 41,473 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 41,473 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 37,146 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 33,705 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 24,918 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 18,792 miles

How Reliable is the Proton GEN-2?

Based on 59,272 MOT tests across 4,783 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
5,392
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,783
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,238
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,173
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,549
Registration plate lamp not working 1,436
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,406
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AO08 WJD is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Orange with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 46,351 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton GEN-2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO08 WJD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton GEN-2 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO08 WJD registered?

AO08 WJD is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is AO08 WJD safe to buy?

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