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FJ58 XWF

2008 Proton Savvy

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

58,930 mi
Last recorded58,930 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Proton Savvy37,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ58 XWF
MakeProton
ModelSavvy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 58,930 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 58,930 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 51,923 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from drum to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 47,468 miles

Nearside Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipe ends (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 46,034 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipe ends (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 43,934 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 41,817 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 38,143 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both end 1/4 pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 37,039 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both on inner surfaces (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 35,531 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 27 Jan 2016 32,825 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 32,739 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 31,214 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 27,007 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 20,535 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 11,314 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 11,314 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 10,048 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 10,046 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Proton Savvy?

Based on 46,706 MOT tests across 3,312 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
3,752
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 2,372
brake binding 1,754
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,419
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,122
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 729
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FJ58 XWF is a 2008 Proton Savvy in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Proton Savvy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 37,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Savvy fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 2,372 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ58 XWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Savvy typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Proton Savvy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ58 XWF registered?

FJ58 XWF is a 2008 Proton Savvy, first registered on 2 October 2008.

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