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GN12 EVM

2012 Proton GEN-2

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,594 mi
Last recorded92,594 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Proton GEN-251,137 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN12 EVM
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 92,594 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2025 92,530 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 85,280 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2024 85,146 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Brake lever pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides may need topping up (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3/4 wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 81,924 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 81,921 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/55R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 79,636 miles

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2022 79,636 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 71,847 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake performance low.

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 66,611 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake performance low.

Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 60,152 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 53,322 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 47,003 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 41,428 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 18 Dec 2015 33,086 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge 195/55/15 85V

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

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 10 Jan 2015 26,472 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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GN12 EVM is a 2012 Proton GEN-2 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 51,137 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 GN12 EVM, 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 14 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN12 EVM registered?

GN12 EVM is a 2012 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 2 July 2012.

Is GN12 EVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN12 EVM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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