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FX05 LHY

2005 Proton GEN-2

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

58,987 mi
Last recorded58,987 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 LHY
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 58,987 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 48,607 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 48,607 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 39,066 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 36,449 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 31,651 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

Fail 29 Jul 2013 31,651 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

n/s/f tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

Fail 23 Jul 2012 27,687 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 27,687 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 24,635 miles

front wiper blades split at ends but still clearing effectively

small oil leak from gearbox

Fail 28 Jul 2011 24,635 miles

brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

front wiper blades split at ends but still clearing effectively

small oil leak from gearbox

Pass 2 Aug 2010 21,268 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 Aug 2009 18,212 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 15,335 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 14,874 miles

head light levelling system not working

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 LHY is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LHY, 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 FX05 LHY?

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What year was FX05 LHY registered?

FX05 LHY is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is FX05 LHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 LHY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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