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EU05 XAA

2005 Proton GEN-2

Orange Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

83,377 mi
Last recorded83,377 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2020
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 XAA
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2020 83,377 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 15 Apr 2020 83,377 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 79,003 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 79,003 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 73,123 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 64,209 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 55,829 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 55,829 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 49,066 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 42,942 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 42,942 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 37,338 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 34,389 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 28,141 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 21,545 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 15,507 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 15,507 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 XAA is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Orange with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 EU05 XAA, 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

How do I check the history of EU05 XAA?

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What year was EU05 XAA registered?

EU05 XAA is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is EU05 XAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 XAA shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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