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BU05 DXW

2005 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,070 mi
Last recorded111,070 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 DXW
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2018 111,070 miles

EXHAUST RUSTY

OIL LEAK

PLAY IN SUSPENSION

Pass 9 Feb 2017 98,981 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 98,981 miles

Direction indicator not working RHS is faulty (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 91,200 miles

engine man. light on

Pass 12 Jan 2015 80,238 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2015 80,237 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 70,163 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 55,337 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Oct 2012 55,337 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 41,166 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 38,597 miles

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 23 Feb 2011 38,510 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Feb 2010 33,634 miles

exhaust mounting rubbers starting to perish

Pass 26 Feb 2009 27,412 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 21,041 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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BU05 DXW is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 46,104 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 BU05 DXW, 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 21 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 BU05 DXW?

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What year was BU05 DXW registered?

BU05 DXW is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BU05 DXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 DXW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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