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MK08 HYO

2008 Proton GEN-2

Orange Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

40,108 mi
Last recorded40,108 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 HYO
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2021 40,108 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 38,215 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 37,342 miles

engine oil sump cracked and leaking oil

tyre sizes different front to rear.

Pass 13 Nov 2018 34,035 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/15 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/15 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

nearside rear tyre has minor age cracks

Pass 14 Nov 2017 30,689 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 27,646 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 24,560 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 24,560 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55x15 84V (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 19,651 miles

Front bumper insecure

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 19,651 miles

Front bumper insecure

Pass 10 Jul 2013 16,069 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 13,617 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 10,637 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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MK08 HYO is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Orange with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HYO, 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 HYO registered?

MK08 HYO is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 19 July 2008.

Is MK08 HYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 HYO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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