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GX56 LFJ

2006 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

46,284 mi
Last recorded46,284 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 LFJ
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2019 46,284 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 37,832 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 3 Jan 2018 37,832 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Jan 2017 31,677 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 25,393 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 17,205 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 12,938 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 12,046 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 10,909 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 9,433 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 7,958 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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GX56 LFJ is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2006 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 46,408 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 GX56 LFJ, 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 20 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX56 LFJ registered?

GX56 LFJ is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 26 October 2006.

Is GX56 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX56 LFJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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