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GK08 UWT

2008 Proton Savvy

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,915 mi
Last recorded56,915 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Proton Savvy37,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 UWT
MakeProton
ModelSavvy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 56,915 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 44,120 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 29,182 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 15,018 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 15,017 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 13,791 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 11,300 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

dip beams slightly low will not dazzle

head lights at max adjustment

Fail 15 Mar 2012 11,300 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

dip beams slightly low will not dazzle

head lights at max adjustment

n/s/r tryre poor condition

Pass 10 Mar 2011 8,476 miles

both rear tyres have damage to outer side walls.

rear exhaust mounting rubbers split.

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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GK08 UWT is a 2008 Proton Savvy in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GK08 UWT, 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 GK08 UWT registered?

GK08 UWT is a 2008 Proton Savvy, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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