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BU54 PSX

2005 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,916 mi
Last recorded54,916 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 PSX
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2014 54,916 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 48,760 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 48,760 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 41,189 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 41,189 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

n/s/f tyre worn slightly on outer edge and down to 2.5mm tread in places on centre tread

Pass 28 Sep 2011 34,875 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 28,492 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 5 Oct 2010 28,492 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 29 Sep 2009 20,573 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 20,573 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 13,822 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 8,309 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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BU54 PSX is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU54 PSX, 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

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What year was BU54 PSX registered?

BU54 PSX is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 2 February 2005.

Is BU54 PSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 PSX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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