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BX08 HTT

2008 Proton GEN-2

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,469 mi
Last recorded59,469 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX08 HTT
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 59,469 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 55,829 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 50,016 miles

Front bumper insecure

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

Fail 23 Jul 2015 50,016 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front bumper insecure

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 39,758 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 35,020 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 35,013 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 30,857 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 26,216 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 26,211 miles

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

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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BX08 HTT is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 46,351 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BX08 HTT, 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 18 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 BX08 HTT registered?

BX08 HTT is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is BX08 HTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX08 HTT shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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