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KY08 VKP

2008 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

107,805 mi
Last recorded107,805 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 VKP
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 107,805 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 105,044 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 89,167 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 66,443 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 58,496 miles

Bonnet catch sticks

Bonnet hinge's stiff

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Petrol flap does not spring open when operated

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 43,818 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 43,818 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 37,239 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 27,365 miles

Exhaust rubber hangers perishing.

Pass 1 Mar 2011 19,852 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 19,852 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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KY08 VKP is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KY08 VKP, 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.

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What year was KY08 VKP registered?

KY08 VKP is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is KY08 VKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 VKP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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