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DK57 LXL

2008 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

91,851 mi
Last recorded91,851 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK57 LXL
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 91,851 miles

Nearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Mar 2017 91,851 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 80,214 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust front pipe corroded

Fail 8 Mar 2016 80,214 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

exhaust front pipe corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2015 73,016 miles

Front number plate cracked

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2015 73,016 miles

Front number plate cracked

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 65,871 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 53,700 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 53,700 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 39,946 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 23,447 miles

Centre L.E.D inhigh level brake lamp innop

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

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

Rear inner brake pads getting low

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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DK57 LXL is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DK57 LXL, 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 DK57 LXL registered?

DK57 LXL is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is DK57 LXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK57 LXL shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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