CarVerify

Free Car Check

EFZ 5228

2006 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1332cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,506 mi
Last recorded83,506 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Proton
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFZ 5228
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 83,506 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 72,945 miles

Front Bumper insecure ()

Pass 12 May 2014 57,879 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 52,514 miles

front exhaust flexy deteriorated

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 7 May 2013 52,500 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake discs worn/scored

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front tyres wearing 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
Full Proton GEN-2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EFZ 5228 is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EFZ 5228, 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

How do I check the history of EFZ 5228?

You can check the full history of EFZ 5228 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EFZ 5228 registered?

EFZ 5228 is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 23 March 2006.

Is EFZ 5228 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFZ 5228 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EFZ 5228 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EFZ 5228. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.