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DK08 HFU

2008 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

48,699 mi
Last recorded48,699 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 HFU
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2018 48,699 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 41,513 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2017 41,513 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2016 35,819 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 30,747 miles

o/s/f tyre outter wall cut but not to cords

oil leak /filter

Fail 31 Jan 2015 30,747 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/f tyre outter wall cut but not to cords

oil leak /filter

Pass 10 Feb 2014 26,667 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 26,477 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 23,704 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 19,083 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 13,787 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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DK08 HFU is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DK08 HFU, 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

How do I check the history of DK08 HFU?

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What year was DK08 HFU registered?

DK08 HFU is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is DK08 HFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 HFU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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