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BX54 VEK

2004 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

75,985 mi
Last recorded75,985 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Proton GEN-246,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX54 VEK
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 75,985 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 72,872 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 69,415 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 12 Dec 2016 69,415 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 61,242 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

nearside front tyre outter sidewall scuffed

Pass 15 Oct 2011 52,992 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 45,297 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 36,301 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 27,091 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 18,253 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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BX54 VEK is a 2004 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 46,302 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 BX54 VEK, 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 22 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 BX54 VEK registered?

BX54 VEK is a 2004 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 26 October 2004.

Is BX54 VEK safe to buy?

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