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AU56 FXW

2006 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

40,474 mi
Last recorded40,474 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 40,474 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 40,396 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 29,257 miles

under vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded, covered with underseal

Fail 1 Dec 2020 29,257 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

under vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded, covered with underseal

Pass 15 Jan 2020 29,208 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 27,168 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 25,497 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 15 Jan 2018 25,497 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Jan 2017 23,741 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre deteriorated

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Offside Front tyre deteriorated and worn on edges

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 11 Jan 2016 21,903 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 19,528 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 17,734 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 15,670 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 13,871 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 13,869 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 12,029 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 9,756 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 FXW is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Blue 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 FXW, 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.

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What year was AU56 FXW registered?

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

Is AU56 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 FXW 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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