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AU56 FXV

2006 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,744 mi
Last recorded28,744 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 FXV
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 28,744 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2022 28,743 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 21,389 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 21,256 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 18,146 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 16,049 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 15,339 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 14,032 miles

all tyres outer sidewalls cracked / perished , advice replacement

Pass 29 Jan 2016 12,848 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 11,922 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 10,853 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 10,843 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 9,239 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 9,239 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 8,353 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 7,590 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 6,727 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 FXV is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FXV, 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

How do I check the history of AU56 FXV?

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What year was AU56 FXV registered?

AU56 FXV is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is AU56 FXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 FXV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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