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MK08 HYF

2008 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

85,154 mi
Last recorded85,154 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 HYF
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 85,154 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 16 Mar 2021 85,024 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre badly perished as well (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Front fog lamps not working

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear caliper handbrake stuck on

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 80,640 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 74,619 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 68,825 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

exhaust rubber mounts cracking

Pass 28 Apr 2017 55,911 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 55,911 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber hanger (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2016 46,990 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 39,691 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 1 May 2014 35,249 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 1 May 2014 35,249 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 32,337 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 23,965 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 19,480 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 19,479 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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MK08 HYF is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MK08 HYF, 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 MK08 HYF registered?

MK08 HYF is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is MK08 HYF safe to buy?

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