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MK58 ULU

2008 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,433 mi
Last recorded106,433 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK58 ULU
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2020 106,433 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 97,542 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 82,009 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 59,124 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint and seal (2.3.3b)

slight dampness nsr caliper but no leak under applied pressure

slight play in nsf link slight misting of oil nsf shocker slight noise osr bearing

Pass 25 Sep 2015 49,686 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 43,797 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 38,038 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 31,258 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 23,671 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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MK58 ULU is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MK58 ULU, 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 MK58 ULU registered?

MK58 ULU is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 24 October 2008.

Is MK58 ULU safe to buy?

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