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FX55 JXW

2006 Proton GEN-2

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

44,782 mi
Last recorded44,782 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2014
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 JXW
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2014 44,782 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 37,282 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 37,282 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 28,579 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 28,579 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 16,496 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 16,442 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 16,441 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 15,826 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 14,491 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 JXW is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Gold with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2006 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 46,408 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JXW, 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 20 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 JXW?

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What year was FX55 JXW registered?

FX55 JXW is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 14 January 2006.

Is FX55 JXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX55 JXW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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