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KX55 UXB

2006 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

66,999 mi
Last recorded66,999 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX55 UXB
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 66,999 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 65,590 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 63,644 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 61,249 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced gearbox mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2023 61,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced gearbox mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 59,292 miles

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 26 Mar 2021 56,327 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 56,327 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 54,317 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2020 54,314 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 51,692 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2019 51,692 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 49,186 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2018 49,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all other tyres cracking and getting low (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 5 May 2017 46,862 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2016 44,889 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 44,867 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 42,536 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 41,323 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 41,323 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 37,524 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 34,697 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 30,251 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 25,708 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 25,699 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Jan 2009 20,113 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)

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 UXB is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UXB, 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 KX55 UXB registered?

KX55 UXB is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 9 February 2006.

Is KX55 UXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX55 UXB shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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