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DX06 JXE

2006 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,425 mi
Last recorded37,425 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX06 JXE
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 37,425 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 37,420 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2017 37,409 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower mounting bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f wiper is split but does not smear

Fail 17 Jan 2017 37,404 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower mounting bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f wiper is split but does not smear

Pass 15 Jan 2016 37,043 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 34,328 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2014 34,324 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 31,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 28,337 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 24,109 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 24,109 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside rear door will not open from outside or inside

Oil filter leaking

Pass 14 Jun 2010 20,981 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

front brake discs distorted

front lower ball joint boots split open

n/s/r tyre side wall scuffed

Fail 14 Jun 2010 20,981 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

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

front brake discs distorted

front lower ball joint boots split open

n/s/r tyre side wall scuffed

Fail 18 Jun 2009 17,402 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front lower ball joint boots split

n/s wiper blade ends split

o/s/f lower valance bracket not attached

o/s/f tyre worn low on edges

Pass 18 Jun 2009 17,402 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front lower ball joint boots split

n/s wiper blade ends split

o/s/f lower valance bracket not attached

o/s/f tyre worn low on edges

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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DX06 JXE is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DX06 JXE, 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

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What year was DX06 JXE registered?

DX06 JXE is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is DX06 JXE safe to buy?

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