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NK09 DSO

2009 Proton GEN-2

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,054 mi
Last recorded17,054 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK09 DSO
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 May 2014 17,054 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 May 2014 17,054 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2013 15,720 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 15,720 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,064 miles

exhaust frontpipe flexi frayed

n/s/f tyre 3-4mm

o/s/f brake disc pitted slightly

Fail 22 May 2012 15,020 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

front exhaust pipe flexi starting to perish

n/s/f tyre worn 3-4mm of tread

o/s/f brake disc pitted slightly

park brake has alot of travel

unable to fully see all brake pads but o/s/f look approx 85-90% worn

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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NK09 DSO is a 2009 Proton GEN-2 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NK09 DSO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK09 DSO registered?

NK09 DSO is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 22 May 2009.

Is NK09 DSO safe to buy?

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