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EU55 EWW

2005 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,989 mi
Last recorded59,989 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 EWW
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2016 59,989 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 55,787 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 47,353 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2014 47,219 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2013 38,786 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 33,707 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 9 Aug 2010 29,585 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 24,934 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 19,600 miles

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.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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EU55 EWW is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EU55 EWW, 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 EU55 EWW registered?

EU55 EWW is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EU55 EWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 EWW 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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