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AU56 BWP

2006 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,153 mi
Last recorded78,153 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 BWP
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 78,153 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 78,150 miles

Stop lamp not working no stop lights (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2015 70,694 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 64,974 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 58,231 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

n/s/r tyre wearing / slightly worn on inner edge

o/s/f outer brake pad 80% worn

o/s/r tyre wearing /slightly worn on inner edge

rear exhaust pipe joint corroded

Fail 17 Oct 2013 58,231 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

n/s/r tyre wearing / slightly worn on inner edge

o/s/f outer brake pad 80% worn

o/s/r tyre wearing /slightly worn on inner edge

rear exhaust pipe joint corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2012 52,260 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

n/s/f tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

Fail 8 Dec 2011 45,496 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 45,496 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 38,659 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 30,947 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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AU56 BWP is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AU56 BWP, 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 BWP registered?

AU56 BWP is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 17 October 2006.

Is AU56 BWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 BWP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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