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NK05 LNJ

2005 Proton Impian

Gold Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,645 mi
Last recorded81,645 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Proton Impian48,769 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK05 LNJ
MakeProton
ModelImpian
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 81,645 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2018 72,097 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 64,123 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 11 Jan 2017 63,976 miles

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

Steering rack gaiter split both (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Jan 2016 55,799 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 55,779 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 48,793 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 40,848 miles

n/s/r tyre getting low

o/s/f tyre getting low

Fail 20 Feb 2014 40,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

centre ehaust mount broken

n/s/r tyre getting low

o/s/f tyre getting low

Pass 13 Feb 2013 29,758 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 29,758 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 21,069 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 13,642 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 13,642 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 12,863 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 12,794 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 10,998 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 9,352 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Impian?

Based on 29,773 MOT tests across 2,440 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,608
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,274
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 881
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 718
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NK05 LNJ is a 2005 Proton Impian in Gold with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Proton Impian models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 48,769 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 Impian fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK05 LNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Impian typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Proton Impian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NK05 LNJ is a 2005 Proton Impian, first registered on 13 July 2005.

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