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AU05 GYF

2005 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,174 mi
Last recorded115,174 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2018 115,174 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

filler neck corroded

slight oil leak

Pass 23 Feb 2017 111,209 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 107,806 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 102,288 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 97,304 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 92,439 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 83,270 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 74,121 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Jan 2011 74,121 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2009 61,096 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

n/s/r side lamp lens slightley damaged

Pass 16 Dec 2009 61,096 miles

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

n/s/r side lamp lens slightley damaged

Pass 23 Dec 2008 50,006 miles

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

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

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 GYF is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GYF, 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

How do I check the history of AU05 GYF?

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What year was AU05 GYF registered?

AU05 GYF is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is AU05 GYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 GYF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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