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GX05 EOJ

2005 Proton GEN-2

Orange Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,569 mi
Last recorded54,569 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 EOJ
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 54,569 miles

Offside Rear tyre in poor condition 195/55/15

Pass 20 May 2016 50,691 miles

nearside rear tyre has a nail in tread area.

nearsisde front shockaborber has a light misting of oil

offside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

Pass 22 May 2015 48,257 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 45,579 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 22 May 2013 38,941 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both front tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 22 May 2013 38,941 miles

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

both front tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 15 Mar 2012 33,566 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 28,839 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 24,263 miles

O/S/R Tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 20 Feb 2009 19,608 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 19,608 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 15,733 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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GX05 EOJ is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Orange with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GX05 EOJ, 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 GX05 EOJ registered?

GX05 EOJ is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is GX05 EOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 EOJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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