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DS02 HOT

2006 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

65,567 mi
Last recorded65,567 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 HOT
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2016 65,567 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 19 May 2015 58,987 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2014 49,962 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 48,104 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 48,104 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 38,935 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 28,027 miles

Offside rear brake disc is scored

Fail 10 Mar 2011 27,949 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake disc is scored

Pass 26 Feb 2010 17,551 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 17,551 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 11 Mar 2009 15,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 15,921 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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DS02 HOT is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 DS02 HOT, 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.

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What year was DS02 HOT registered?

DS02 HOT is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 9 March 2006.

Is DS02 HOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS02 HOT shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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