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GU61 XAC

2012 Proton Savvy

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,251 mi
Last recorded47,251 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Proton Savvy30,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 XAC
MakeProton
ModelSavvy
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 47,251 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 43,564 miles

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

Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 39,657 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 35,839 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 33,655 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 30,128 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2019 30,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 26,852 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 26,852 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 23,097 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 23,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 19,112 miles

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

rear brake imbalance.

Pass 29 Jan 2015 13,749 miles

rear foot & hand brake imbalance.

Fail 27 Jan 2015 13,724 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear foot & hand brake imbalance.

How Reliable is the Proton Savvy?

Based on 46,706 MOT tests across 3,312 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
3,752
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 2,372
brake binding 1,754
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,419
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,122
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 729
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GU61 XAC is a 2012 Proton Savvy in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Proton Savvy models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 30,793 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Savvy fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 2,372 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU61 XAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Savvy typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Proton Savvy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GU61 XAC?

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What year was GU61 XAC registered?

GU61 XAC is a 2012 Proton Savvy, first registered on 10 February 2012.

Is GU61 XAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 XAC 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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