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AU54 DTK

2004 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

94,362 mi
Last recorded94,362 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Proton GEN-246,302 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 DTK
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2016 94,362 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 94,362 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 91,250 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

accident damage nearside rear

nearside rear lamp damaged

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 25 Mar 2015 91,250 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

accident damage nearside rear

nearside rear lamp damaged

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Mar 2014 77,035 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 77,035 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 59,336 miles

air bag warning light on

Fail 26 Feb 2013 59,336 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

air bag warning light on

Pass 12 Mar 2012 42,417 miles

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

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

air bag warning light on

Pass 22 Feb 2011 23,949 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 5,971 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 5,933 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 5,933 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 3,852 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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AU54 DTK is a 2004 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 46,302 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 AU54 DTK, 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 22 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU54 DTK registered?

AU54 DTK is a 2004 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 18 October 2004.

Is AU54 DTK safe to buy?

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