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HJ08 UCE

2008 Proton GEN-2

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,219 mi
Last recorded53,219 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 UCE
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 53,219 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 48,971 miles

Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 44,653 miles

Nearside Front wing not fully secured.

Fail 15 Mar 2016 44,653 miles

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

Nearside Front wing not fully secured.

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 40,658 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

front o/s exhaust mounting starting to split.

Pass 18 Mar 2014 35,556 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 25 Mar 2013 30,818 miles

Front Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

body damaged areas.

Pass 27 Mar 2012 25,898 miles

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

engine drive belt starting to split.

Fail 27 Mar 2012 25,898 miles

Offside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

engine drive belt starting to split.

Pass 29 Mar 2011 20,548 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

rear no.plate damaged

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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HJ08 UCE is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 46,351 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 HJ08 UCE, 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 18 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 HJ08 UCE?

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What year was HJ08 UCE registered?

HJ08 UCE is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HJ08 UCE safe to buy?

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