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EU55 EWX

2005 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,297 mi
Last recorded58,297 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 EWX
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 58,297 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 58,297 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 55,952 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 49,442 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 33,869 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 33,868 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 29,842 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 29,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 24,815 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 18,996 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2013 18,996 miles

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

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 17 Oct 2012 18,878 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 17,594 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 15,995 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 14,408 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 12,437 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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EU55 EWX is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EWX, 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 EWX registered?

EU55 EWX is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is EU55 EWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 EWX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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