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EX08 XNE

2008 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

109,974 mi
Last recorded109,974 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2012
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 XNE
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2012 109,974 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 109,974 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 78,211 miles

Front brake discs are slightly lipped

Rear brake discs are slightly lipped

Fail 21 Feb 2011 78,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front brake discs are slightly lipped

Rear brake discs are slightly lipped

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 XNE is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XNE, 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 XNE?

You can check the full history of EX08 XNE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EX08 XNE registered?

EX08 XNE is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EX08 XNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 XNE shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX08 XNE have outstanding finance?

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