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BX09 MZW

2009 Proton GEN-2

Silver Other 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,857 mi
Last recorded125,857 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX09 MZW
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 125,857 miles

Nearside rear shocker bottom bush play

Oil leak

Fail 17 Aug 2016 125,857 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear shocker bottom bush play

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2015 120,859 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 111,617 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 102,129 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2013 102,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 May 2013 100,690 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 98,094 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2012 98,093 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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BX09 MZW is a 2009 Proton GEN-2 in Silver with a 1,597cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 45,997 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 BX09 MZW, 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 17 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BX09 MZW registered?

BX09 MZW is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is BX09 MZW safe to buy?

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