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LT59 XTZ

2009 Proton GEN-2

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,802 mi
Last recorded119,802 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT59 XTZ
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 119,802 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 96,141 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2021 96,138 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 79,023 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front fog light lens broken

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 79,017 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front fog light lens broken

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 51,677 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Apr 2019 51,675 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 41,332 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil shock absorber and close components oil stained but shock absorber upper section and seal are are dry and unit functions correcty (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and inner shoulder scrubbed bald (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs corroded (3.5.1i)

drivers wiper splitting but cleans sufficiently

fuel filter corroded

Fail 21 Mar 2018 41,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil shock absorber and close components oil stained but shock absorber upper section and seal are are dry and unit functions correcty (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and inner shoulder scrubbed bald (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs corroded (3.5.1i)

drivers wiper splitting but cleans sufficiently

fuel filter corroded

Pass 20 May 2016 26,334 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 4 Jun 2015 6,001 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 6,001 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 5,028 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 4,204 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 3,471 miles

Screw in offside front tyre

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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LT59 XTZ is a 2009 Proton GEN-2 in Gold with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 45,997 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 LT59 XTZ, 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 17 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LT59 XTZ?

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What year was LT59 XTZ registered?

LT59 XTZ is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 26 October 2009.

Is LT59 XTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT59 XTZ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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