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CE57 VKF

2008 Proton GEN-2

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

64,276 mi
Last recorded64,276 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE57 VKF
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2019 64,276 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Electronic stability control warning lamp illuminated, unsure if system is switched off

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Dec 2019 64,276 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp illuminated, unsure if system is switched off

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 53,030 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

plastic outer oversills fitted both sides

Fail 27 Dec 2018 53,030 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

plastic outer oversills fitted both sides

Pass 20 Dec 2017 49,827 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 42,073 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 19 Dec 2016 42,073 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported front to rear (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 37,142 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 13 Dec 2014 30,358 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 19,882 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 14,623 miles

centre exhaust strap splitting

Pass 19 Dec 2011 11,785 miles

n/s/r tyre wall deteriorated

Fail 19 Dec 2011 11,785 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/r tyre wall deteriorated

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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CE57 VKF is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Gold with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 46,351 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 CE57 VKF, 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.

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What year was CE57 VKF registered?

CE57 VKF is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 11 January 2008.

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