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AU56 BSX

2006 Proton GEN-2

Yellow Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

96,108 mi
Last recorded96,108 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 BSX
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 96,108 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 77,612 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 62,688 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 49,496 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 34,177 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 17,913 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 17,913 miles

Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 16,539 miles

nearside & offside front brake disc's corrode inner braking surface.

nearside front windscreen wiper blades rubber edges started to split.

nearside rear tyre outer wall has nail in.

offside front tyre 3.mm tread depth.

Fail 25 Jun 2012 16,539 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

nearside & offside front brake disc's corrode inner braking surface.

nearside front windscreen wiper blades rubber edges started to split.

nearside rear tyre outer wall has nail in.

offside front tyre 3.mm tread depth.

Pass 28 Jun 2011 14,963 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 14,963 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 12,984 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 12,984 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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AU56 BSX is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Yellow with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 46,408 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 AU56 BSX, 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 20 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 AU56 BSX registered?

AU56 BSX is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is AU56 BSX safe to buy?

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