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GN05 CVF

2005 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,330 mi
Last recorded72,330 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 72,330 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front fog lamp lens broken

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Oil leak engine sump ()

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 24 Apr 2017 72,330 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure worn inner edge and sidewalls splitting (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front fog lamp lens broken

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Oil leak engine sump ()

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 28 Apr 2016 66,635 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 26 Apr 2016 66,634 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 20 Apr 2015 58,289 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 52,465 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 52,464 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 46,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 46,436 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 40,086 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 33,942 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 27,492 miles

Near sid front tyre is on 2mm and inside edge is starting to wear

Near side rear tyre is on 3mm in the centa but both side are at 2mm

off side tyre on 2mm but inside edge is bald and near cords

Pass 21 Apr 2009 20,841 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 13,755 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 CVF is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 46,104 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 GN05 CVF, 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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What year was GN05 CVF registered?

GN05 CVF is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is GN05 CVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 CVF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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