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GK09 YYT

2009 Proton GEN-2

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2017
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,469 mi
Last recorded58,469 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK09 YYT
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 58,469 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2015 58,467 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 42,295 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 28,523 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 28,523 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 11 Jun 2012 28,568 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 May 2011 14,860 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 14,858 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 8,593 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 8,563 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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GK09 YYT is a 2009 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 50%.

Across all 2009 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 45,997 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 GK09 YYT, 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 17 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GK09 YYT?

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What year was GK09 YYT registered?

GK09 YYT is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 10 June 2009.

Is GK09 YYT safe to buy?

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