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GN05 XHY

2005 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,554 mi
Last recorded47,554 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 XHY
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 47,554 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 42,738 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Dec 2018 42,738 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 37,557 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Fail 15 Dec 2017 37,557 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 35,474 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 6 Dec 2016 35,474 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 33,182 miles

Exhaust mountings deteriorating X3

Pass 28 Nov 2014 31,248 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 28,761 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 25,050 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 19,023 miles

nearside rear exhaust rubber starting to split advise new

Found a battrey in the boot not fixed to any thing but wired up to something.

Pass 17 Jan 2011 13,173 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 13,168 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 12,468 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 10,344 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 XHY is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GN05 XHY, 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 XHY registered?

GN05 XHY is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is GN05 XHY safe to buy?

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