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FJ05 GNO

2005 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,539 mi
Last recorded82,539 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 GNO
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 82,539 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tire worn on edges and slight perishing

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

auxiliary drive belt cracking

exhaust flexible joint weak and corroded

high level brake light inoperative

Pass 21 Jul 2015 72,467 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

battery loose but secure

centre exhaust hanger perished and worn

n/s/f tire worn on inner edge and 3mm tread depth

Pass 18 Aug 2014 63,243 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 63,218 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o.s.r tyre stepping badly

Pass 27 Aug 2013 57,544 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 50,997 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 44,055 miles

n/s front tyres worn on edges

Pass 3 Sep 2010 37,951 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 31,213 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 24,516 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 24,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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FJ05 GNO is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FJ05 GNO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJ05 GNO?

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What year was FJ05 GNO registered?

FJ05 GNO is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 27 August 2005.

Is FJ05 GNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 GNO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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