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EU55 EXW

2005 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,102 mi
Last recorded122,102 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 122,102 miles

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

exhaust system is deteriorated

Fail 3 Aug 2016 122,100 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported 4x rubber hangers broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple small cuts to inner shoulder (4.1.D.1a)

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

exhaust system is deteriorated

Pass 24 Apr 2015 114,780 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 114,795 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2014 105,162 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 94,817 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 82,392 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 82,392 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 67,770 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 53,938 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 37,950 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 22,515 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 EXW is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 EXW, 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.

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What year was EU55 EXW registered?

EU55 EXW is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 24 September 2005.

Is EU55 EXW safe to buy?

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