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FX55 CAO

2005 Proton GEN-2

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,319 mi
Last recorded76,319 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 CAO
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Nov 2015 76,319 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 70,656 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 64,621 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 53,633 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 43,841 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 28,152 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 28,105 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 24,486 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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FX55 CAO is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FX55 CAO, 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 FX55 CAO?

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What year was FX55 CAO registered?

FX55 CAO is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is FX55 CAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX55 CAO shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX55 CAO have outstanding finance?

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