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GX08 JCU

2008 Proton Savvy

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

56,427 mi
Last recorded56,427 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2014
Typical for 2008 Proton Savvy37,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 JCU
MakeProton
ModelSavvy
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2014 56,427 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 8 Nov 2013 47,003 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

vechile has just met required parking brake performence at the time of test therefore it will require brake adjustment in future

Pass 8 Nov 2013 47,003 miles

vechile has just met required parking brake performence at the time of test therefore it will require brake adjustment in future

Pass 8 Nov 2012 41,052 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 41,052 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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GX08 JCU is a 2008 Proton Savvy in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Proton Savvy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 37,900 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GX08 JCU, 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 18 years old, this Proton Savvy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX08 JCU registered?

GX08 JCU is a 2008 Proton Savvy, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GX08 JCU safe to buy?

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