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EU55 EXL

2005 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

57,021 mi
Last recorded57,021 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 EXL
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 57,021 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 12 Oct 2018 56,889 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 18 Oct 2017 47,604 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 47,173 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 47,173 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 45,848 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 42,774 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 36,766 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 36,766 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe excessively chafed (3.6.C.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 31,684 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 27,013 miles

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 27,013 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 23,852 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 20,475 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 16,293 miles

Offside 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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EU55 EXL is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EXL, 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 EXL registered?

EU55 EXL is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is EU55 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 EXL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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