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KX55 TPY

2005 Proton GEN-2

Purple Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,117 mi
Last recorded68,117 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX55 TPY
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 68,117 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 66,205 miles

Front exhaust flexy weak

Nearside Rear handbrake performance low

Fail 17 Feb 2025 66,201 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front exhaust flexy weak

Nearside Rear handbrake performance low

Pass 15 Feb 2024 65,139 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 62,625 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 58,581 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 54,977 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 52,272 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 46,099 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 43,262 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 43,262 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 41,868 miles

Front front tyre treads starting to split

Rear pads low

Rear tyres wearing inside edge

Fail 15 Feb 2017 41,868 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front front tyre treads starting to split

Rear pads low

Rear tyres wearing inside edge

Pass 16 Feb 2016 39,096 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 36,154 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 34,037 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 31,424 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 27,869 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 23,784 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 5 Jan 2010 18,676 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 13,568 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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KX55 TPY is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Purple with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KX55 TPY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX55 TPY registered?

KX55 TPY is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is KX55 TPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX55 TPY shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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