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GM09 GYS

2009 Proton GEN-2

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,497 mi
Last recorded89,497 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2023
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM09 GYS
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2023 89,497 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 88,137 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 82,512 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 80,076 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Offside Front Mirror glass deteriorated

Fail 17 Feb 2020 80,074 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Exhaust system corroded

Offside Front Mirror glass deteriorated

Offside Front Wiper blade split

Pass 12 Feb 2019 76,306 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 76,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 70,982 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 70,981 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

nearside rear brake disc corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2017 66,207 miles

Nearside rear tyre slightly distorted

Pass 24 Feb 2016 60,729 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 54,073 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 44,984 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 36,253 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 27,509 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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GM09 GYS is a 2009 Proton GEN-2 in Gold with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GM09 GYS, 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

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What year was GM09 GYS registered?

GM09 GYS is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is GM09 GYS safe to buy?

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