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EX08 SFK

2008 Proton GEN-2

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,148 mi
Last recorded20,148 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2012
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 SFK
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2012 20,148 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 13,999 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 13,051 miles

Battery insecure

Offside front inner tyre side wall split

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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EX08 SFK is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 46,351 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 EX08 SFK, 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 18 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 EX08 SFK?

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What year was EX08 SFK registered?

EX08 SFK is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is EX08 SFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 SFK shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX08 SFK have outstanding finance?

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