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KY08 VLC

2008 Proton GEN-2

Purple Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

88,902 mi
Last recorded88,902 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 VLC
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 88,902 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 87,741 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 82,694 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 80,031 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 80,031 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 10 May 2019 98,436 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 91,299 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 82,251 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 72,436 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 59,970 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 23 Apr 2014 47,985 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 35,945 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 26,032 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 17,219 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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 VLC is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Purple with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VLC, 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

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What year was KY08 VLC registered?

KY08 VLC is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is KY08 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 VLC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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