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AU05 FXM

2005 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,592 mi
Last recorded48,592 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 FXM
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 48,592 miles

All suspension/steering components corrosion build up.

Fail 14 Jun 2021 48,592 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

All suspension/steering components corrosion build up.

Pass 19 Nov 2019 48,476 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General under body corrosion

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 46,970 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 45,260 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 20 Nov 2017 45,260 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 42,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 40,725 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 37,607 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 37,607 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 34,347 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre cracks

offside rear tyre cracks

Pass 8 Nov 2012 31,017 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside headlamp adjuster damaged

Pass 2 Sep 2011 27,484 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 23,450 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 17,195 miles

Unable to check outer sills plastic covers fitted

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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AU05 FXM is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 46,104 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 AU05 FXM, 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 21 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 AU05 FXM registered?

AU05 FXM is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is AU05 FXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 FXM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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