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MV08 GVK

2008 Proton Savvy

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

53,688 mi
Last recorded53,688 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Proton Savvy37,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 GVK
MakeProton
ModelSavvy
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2019 53,688 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s n/s front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

parking brake efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 28 Sep 2018 52,280 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 49,930 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 49,930 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/50 r15 75h (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 48,019 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/50 r15 75h (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 39,870 miles

Engine management light on.

Fail 2 Jul 2015 39,870 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Engine management light on.

Pass 28 Aug 2014 32,045 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 32,041 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 May 2013 28,319 miles

Front tyres scrubbing on outer edges

Fail 13 May 2013 28,317 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)

Front tyres scrubbing on outer edges

Pass 30 Apr 2012 23,388 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 May 2011 17,833 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2011 17,833 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Savvy?

Based on 46,706 MOT tests across 3,312 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
3,752
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 2,372
brake binding 1,754
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,419
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,122
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 729
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MV08 GVK is a 2008 Proton Savvy in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2008 Proton Savvy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 37,900 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 Savvy fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 2,372 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV08 GVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Savvy typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Proton Savvy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MV08 GVK registered?

MV08 GVK is a 2008 Proton Savvy, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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