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FX05 GLV

2005 Proton GEN-2

Grey Diesel 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,749 mi
Last recorded50,749 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 GLV
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2012 50,749 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 40,885 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 28,918 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 28,918 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 17,195 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 11,301 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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FX05 GLV is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,597cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FX05 GLV, 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.

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How do I check the history of FX05 GLV?

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What year was FX05 GLV registered?

FX05 GLV is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is FX05 GLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 GLV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX05 GLV have outstanding finance?

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