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EU05 ESF

2005 Proton GEN-2

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

83,089 mi
Last recorded83,089 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 ESF
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 83,089 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front door handle is damaged

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 73,852 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 65,451 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 55,563 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 45,444 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 35,672 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 30,446 miles

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

small bulge to o/s/f tyre wall

Pass 6 Jul 2011 25,625 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 21,257 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 21,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 13,712 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 13,424 miles

Nearside Front 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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EU05 ESF is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Gold with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 46,104 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 EU05 ESF, 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 21 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 EU05 ESF registered?

EU05 ESF is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is EU05 ESF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 ESF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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