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LK05 EPL

2005 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,824 mi
Last recorded61,824 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 EPL
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 61,824 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 53,820 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 46,530 miles

rear brake pads approx 80% worn

Fail 23 Apr 2015 46,530 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake pads approx 80% worn

Pass 28 Apr 2014 39,778 miles

cut in outer sidewall of n/s/f tyre but not visibly down to cords

Fail 28 Apr 2014 39,778 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

cut in outer sidewall of n/s/f tyre but not visibly down to cords

Pass 25 Apr 2013 34,685 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 34,685 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front inner brake pads approx 75% worn

Pass 20 Feb 2012 28,215 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing / worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Feb 2011 22,684 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 17,464 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 12,762 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 6,423 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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LK05 EPL is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LK05 EPL, 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.

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What year was LK05 EPL registered?

LK05 EPL is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is LK05 EPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK05 EPL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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