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MX08 HMJ

2008 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

164,393 mi
Last recorded164,393 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 HMJ
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 164,393 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 rear d-bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 May 2017 164,335 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement x2 front d-bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 rear d-bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 13,840 miles

dampness on nearside rear brake caliper

wear and corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 28 May 2015 114,950 miles

1 wear on front and rear brake discs

Pass 3 Jun 2014 89,436 miles

1 brake fluid level below max

2 wear on rear brake discs

3 long travel on handbrake

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2013 65,511 miles

1 chip on offside rear tyre inner side wall

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 28 May 2013 65,511 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

1 chip on offside rear tyre inner side wall

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 30 May 2012 42,314 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 36,960 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 36,960 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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MX08 HMJ is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 46,351 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 MX08 HMJ, 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 MX08 HMJ registered?

MX08 HMJ is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is MX08 HMJ safe to buy?

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