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BU05 DXL

2005 Proton Impian

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

39,919 mi
Last recorded39,919 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2012
Typical for 2005 Proton Impian48,769 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 DXL
MakeProton
ModelImpian
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2012 39,919 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 39,883 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 38,530 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2011 38,286 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 32,042 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 31,801 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 26,472 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 26,465 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 26,465 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

How Reliable is the Proton Impian?

Based on 29,773 MOT tests across 2,440 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,608
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,274
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 881
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 718
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BU05 DXL is a 2005 Proton Impian in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2005 Proton Impian models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 48,769 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 Impian fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 DXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Impian typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Proton Impian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU05 DXL registered?

BU05 DXL is a 2005 Proton Impian, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is BU05 DXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 DXL shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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