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FJ54 MVK

2004 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,498 mi
Last recorded75,498 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Proton GEN-246,302 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ54 MVK
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2019 75,498 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch by sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch by sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear lamp unit has water in it

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top area in wheel arch surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

fuel filter corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2018 714,463 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 714,463 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 65,417 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2017 65,417 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 61,873 miles

Child seat(s) fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt(s).

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

fuel filter corroded

Fail 18 Nov 2016 61,831 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users Bumper insecure (6.1.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracks in tread (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracks in tread (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat(s) fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt(s).

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

fuel filter corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2015 56,489 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2015 56,489 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 51,904 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 46,298 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 39,724 miles

engine management light on

Pass 23 Nov 2011 32,691 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

engine management light on

Pass 16 Nov 2010 25,831 miles

Battery insecure

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 18,841 miles

offside rear tyre inner edge wearing

Fail 17 Nov 2009 18,841 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

offside rear tyre inner edge wearing

Pass 18 Nov 2008 11,882 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 10,054 miles

headlight height switch defective

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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FJ54 MVK is a 2004 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 46,302 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 FJ54 MVK, 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 22 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ54 MVK registered?

FJ54 MVK is a 2004 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 3 November 2004.

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