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EY08 LXR

2008 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

59,438 mi
Last recorded59,438 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 LXR
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 59,438 miles

sills covered

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 50,468 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 36,854 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 23,580 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 23,580 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2017 19,336 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 18,761 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Sep 2016 18,761 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 17,293 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 15,027 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 13,331 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 11,828 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 8,152 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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EY08 LXR is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EY08 LXR, 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 EY08 LXR?

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What year was EY08 LXR registered?

EY08 LXR is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EY08 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 LXR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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