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GK08 UWV

2008 Proton Savvy

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,839 mi
Last recorded37,839 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Proton Savvy37,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 UWV
MakeProton
ModelSavvy
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 37,839 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 33,204 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 33,090 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 30,533 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 27,787 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 25 Jul 2018 24,711 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 20,487 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 16,525 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 13,038 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 13,028 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 11,849 miles

Centre exhaust, rear rubber mounting deteriorated.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 11,849 miles

Centre exhaust, rear rubber mounting deteriorated.

Pass 6 Jun 2013 9,796 miles

Centre rear exhaust rubber mounting slightly deteriorated.

Nearside windscreen wiper blade split on end.

Fail 31 May 2013 9,796 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Centre rear exhaust rubber mounting slightly deteriorated.

Nearside windscreen wiper blade split on end.

Pass 1 Jun 2012 7,253 miles

slight brake bind on offside rear wheel. (felt by hand)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 4,930 miles

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 UWV is a 2008 Proton Savvy in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UWV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK08 UWV registered?

GK08 UWV is a 2008 Proton Savvy, first registered on 13 June 2008.

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