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AU56 BTV

2006 Proton GEN-2

Yellow Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

76,264 mi
Last recorded76,264 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 76,264 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 67,467 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 60,794 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 54,891 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 54,891 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 46,042 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 46,036 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 37,318 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 27,568 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 27,486 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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AU56 BTV is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Yellow with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BTV, 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 BTV registered?

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

Is AU56 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 BTV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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