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FJ58 XWK

2008 Proton GEN-2

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,830 mi
Last recorded18,830 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ58 XWK
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 18,830 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 18,341 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 17,651 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 16,483 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 15,969 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 15,969 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 14,888 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 13,758 miles

Tyre's Slightly Perished

Undersealed

Pass 3 Nov 2017 12,696 miles

All Tyre's Slightly Perished

Pass 7 Nov 2016 11,726 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 10,263 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 8,962 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 7,656 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 6,596 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 4,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 4,993 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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FJ58 XWK is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FJ58 XWK, 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

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What year was FJ58 XWK registered?

FJ58 XWK is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is FJ58 XWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ58 XWK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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