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DK06 DFG

2006 Proton GEN-2

Purple Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

43,257 mi
Last recorded43,257 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2015
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK06 DFG
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2015 43,257 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

cat back exhaust deteriorating

Fail 20 Jan 2015 43,175 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

cat back exhaust deteriorating

Pass 2 Apr 2014 38,835 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Apr 2014 38,835 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 33,530 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 28,529 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear wiper blade split

Pass 11 Apr 2011 23,506 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear tyres cracking slightly

Pass 19 Apr 2010 17,693 miles

rear exhaust rubbers starting to deteriorate

Fail 7 Apr 2010 17,595 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

rear exhaust rubbers starting to deteriorate

Pass 10 Jun 2009 11,401 miles

rear rubber exhaust mount 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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DK06 DFG is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Purple with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2006 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 46,408 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 DK06 DFG, 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 20 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DK06 DFG?

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What year was DK06 DFG registered?

DK06 DFG is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is DK06 DFG safe to buy?

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