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DX56 FBG

2006 Proton GEN-2

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,467 mi
Last recorded91,467 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX56 FBG
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 91,467 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2016 91,337 miles

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

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 81,053 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 71,972 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 63,010 miles

some corrosion to exhaust

Fail 28 Oct 2013 63,010 miles

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

some corrosion to exhaust

Fail 24 Oct 2012 56,872 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front bumper damaged on offside.sticking out

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 56,872 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front bumper damaged on offside.sticking out

Pass 10 Oct 2011 48,856 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

both front tyres wearing on edges

both rear discs scored

Pass 27 Oct 2010 43,453 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 37,123 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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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DX56 FBG is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DX56 FBG, 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 DX56 FBG registered?

DX56 FBG is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is DX56 FBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX56 FBG 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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