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AO08 WJV

2008 Proton GEN-2

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,678 mi
Last recorded66,678 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2013
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 WJV
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2013 66,678 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 51,122 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 51,122 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 35,370 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 WJV is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WJV, 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

How do I check the history of AO08 WJV?

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What year was AO08 WJV registered?

AO08 WJV is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is AO08 WJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 WJV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO08 WJV have outstanding finance?

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