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GJ08 CTX

2008 Proton Savvy

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,445 mi
Last recorded55,445 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Proton Savvy37,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 CTX
MakeProton
ModelSavvy
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2015 55,445 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2015 55,154 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear brakes starting to bind

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Jul 2014 49,338 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 41,013 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

exhaust has corrosion to the mid and rear sections,catalist heat shelid rattling,insecure

Pass 18 Jul 2012 33,167 miles

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

nearside headlamp slightly insecure top bracket broken

ns and rear wipers deteriorated

Pass 21 Jul 2011 22,980 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 22,977 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

How Reliable is the Proton Savvy?

Based on 46,706 MOT tests across 3,312 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
3,752
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 2,372
brake binding 1,754
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,419
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,122
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 729
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GJ08 CTX is a 2008 Proton Savvy in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Proton Savvy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 37,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Savvy fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 2,372 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ08 CTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Savvy typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Proton Savvy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GJ08 CTX registered?

GJ08 CTX is a 2008 Proton Savvy, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is GJ08 CTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 CTX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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