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GN55 BKX

2005 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

42,145 mi
Last recorded42,145 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2012
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 BKX
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2012 42,145 miles

battery in secure

Fail 25 Oct 2012 42,145 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

battery in secure

Pass 18 Oct 2011 37,042 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 31,128 miles

advise 4 bulbs not working in center stop light more than 50% working

advise n/s/r tyre wall slightly cracked

advise o/s/f and n/s/f disc surfaces have grinding marks

advise o/s/r and n/s/r disc surface has griding marks

advise slight play in steerinhg rack o/s/ bush

Fail 30 Sep 2010 31,093 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

advise n/s/r tyre wall slightly cracked

advise o/s/f and n/s/f disc surfaces have grinding marks

advise o/s/r and n/s/r disc surface has griding marks

Pass 9 Oct 2009 24,723 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 16,681 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES SCRUBBING OFF BALD INNER EDGES.

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW.

OSR DOOR PANEL DAMAGED.

REAR WIPER ARM MISSING.

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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GN55 BKX is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 GN55 BKX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN55 BKX?

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What year was GN55 BKX registered?

GN55 BKX is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is GN55 BKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN55 BKX shows 7 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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