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AO09 KNB

2009 Proton GEN-2

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,648 mi
Last recorded41,648 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 KNB
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 41,648 miles

Exhaust flexi deteriorated

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 32,195 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 25,004 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 15 Feb 2017 25,004 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 25 Feb 2016 14,695 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 6,316 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 5,238 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 5,238 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 3,898 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 3,898 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 3,132 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 3,132 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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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AO09 KNB is a 2009 Proton GEN-2 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 45,997 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO09 KNB, 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 17 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO09 KNB registered?

AO09 KNB is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 10 August 2009.

Is AO09 KNB safe to buy?

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