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MK09 TVM

2009 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,226 mi
Last recorded103,226 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2015
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK09 TVM
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2015 103,226 miles

50 profile tyres on rear 55 profile on front but okay on same axles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

slight movement on rubber mounts/fixings when rocking steering

Fail 16 Feb 2015 102,605 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

50 profile tyres on rear 55 profile on front but okay on same axles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

slight movement on rubber mounts/fixings when rocking steering

Pass 20 Feb 2014 62,441 miles

Both reat tyre inner sidewalls starting to crack and perish

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Feb 2013 22,938 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 22,938 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 18,419 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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MK09 TVM is a 2009 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 MK09 TVM, 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.

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What year was MK09 TVM registered?

MK09 TVM is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is MK09 TVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK09 TVM shows 6 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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