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BX06 TSZ

2006 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

86,971 mi
Last recorded86,971 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX06 TSZ
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 86,971 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing aged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

sill covers fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 26 Feb 2018 86,231 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 80,514 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 74,420 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 74,360 miles

Braking system leaking Nearside rear caliper. (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 67,625 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 67,623 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 61,505 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 54,937 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 46,085 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 46,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 36,566 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 27,314 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 27,314 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 20,293 miles

o/s front tyre worn smooth on inner and outer edges

rear wiper blade torn

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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BX06 TSZ is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BX06 TSZ, 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 BX06 TSZ registered?

BX06 TSZ is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is BX06 TSZ safe to buy?

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