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EY59 ZBN

2009 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,114 mi
Last recorded66,114 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2020
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY59 ZBN
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2020 66,114 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2020 66,114 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 62,733 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2019 62,733 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 58,132 miles

Front brake discs worn

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak ()

Rear tyres perished

Pass 3 Feb 2017 52,753 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 47,473 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 40,921 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 40,921 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 34,353 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 34,353 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 27,748 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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EY59 ZBN is a 2009 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 45,997 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 EY59 ZBN, 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 17 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EY59 ZBN registered?

EY59 ZBN is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 4 November 2009.

Is EY59 ZBN safe to buy?

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