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EN57 LBA

2008 Proton GEN-2

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

118,901 mi
Last recorded118,901 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 LBA
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2016 118,901 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

both front tyres have a different aspect ratio to rear tyres

eml illuminated on dash

oil leak

Pass 4 Feb 2015 106,867 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 106,867 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 93,503 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 73,284 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 73,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 47,781 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 47,734 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2011 29,054 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 29,054 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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EN57 LBA is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 EN57 LBA, 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

How do I check the history of EN57 LBA?

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What year was EN57 LBA registered?

EN57 LBA is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is EN57 LBA safe to buy?

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