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EN57 LBY

2008 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,357 mi
Last recorded45,357 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 LBY
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 45,357 miles

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

Offside Front steering rack gaiter clip insecure

Pass 12 Dec 2016 40,728 miles

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

Offside Front steering rack gaiter clip loose

Pass 7 Dec 2015 34,261 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 34,261 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 28,242 miles

front & rear brake pads 50% worn

Pass 9 Dec 2013 23,365 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 18,865 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 15,283 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 11,863 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 LBY is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 EN57 LBY, 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 LBY?

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What year was EN57 LBY registered?

EN57 LBY is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 5 January 2008.

Is EN57 LBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN57 LBY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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