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AU05 GYX

2005 Proton GEN-2

Yellow Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,995 mi
Last recorded80,995 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2013
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 GYX
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2013 80,995 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 27 Jun 2013 80,985 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine management light on

handbrake just met required limits (17%)

oil leak from power steering

Pass 21 Jun 2012 71,301 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 65,136 miles

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

rear discs pitted

Fail 25 Aug 2011 65,136 miles

Offside Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear discs pitted

Pass 25 Aug 2010 58,208 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 36,877 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 34,782 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 26,622 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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AU05 GYX is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Yellow with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GYX, 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 GYX?

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What year was AU05 GYX registered?

AU05 GYX is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is AU05 GYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 GYX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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