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GN05 CVB

2005 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

72,427 mi
Last recorded72,427 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 CVB
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2015 72,427 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine managment light on during test

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 14 Jul 2015 72,427 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine managment light on during test

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 10 Jul 2014 65,779 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 65,779 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 57,727 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 57,727 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 48,905 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 48,625 miles

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 36,798 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 27,042 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 25,664 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 24,568 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 18,522 miles

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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GN05 CVB is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 46,104 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 GN05 CVB, 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 21 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of GN05 CVB?

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What year was GN05 CVB registered?

GN05 CVB is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is GN05 CVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 CVB shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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