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DK08 HDX

2008 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

135,803 mi
Last recorded135,803 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2013
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 HDX
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2013 135,803 miles

balljoint has slight play-wishbone bushes slightly deteriorated-rear d bushes have slight movement-

Pass 22 May 2012 97,723 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

battery insecure

nearside front + rear tyres wearing on edges

steering rack bushes slight play

Fail 22 May 2012 97,723 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

battery insecure

nearside front + rear tyres wearing on edges

steering rack bushes slight play

Pass 16 May 2011 37,682 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 37,682 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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DK08 HDX is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DK08 HDX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK08 HDX registered?

DK08 HDX is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is DK08 HDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 HDX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK08 HDX have outstanding finance?

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