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BX61 WYD

2012 Proton GEN-2

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

123,114 mi
Last recorded123,114 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 2012 Proton GEN-251,137 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX61 WYD
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 123,114 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 123,114 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)

engine mounting bracket insecure and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 101,109 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 101,109 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 79,702 miles

driver seat belt stalk casing missing

excessive oil leak

front anti-roll bar bushes excessively worn

fuel cap seal rubber split causing fuel smell

Fail 7 Feb 2015 72,117 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

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

driver seat belt stalk casing damaged

excessive oil leak under engine area

uneven wear of tyres reconnend tracking

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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BX61 WYD is a 2012 Proton GEN-2 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2012 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 51,137 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 BX61 WYD, 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 14 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX61 WYD registered?

BX61 WYD is a 2012 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is BX61 WYD safe to buy?

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