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NL08 ZTE

2008 Proton GEN-2

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

70,772 mi
Last recorded70,772 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL08 ZTE
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 70,772 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 57,703 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 51,555 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 51,552 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 37,201 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 32,721 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Feb 2015 32,721 miles

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

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

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

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 26,750 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 22,437 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

drivers wiper split[end]

Fail 15 Feb 2012 18,467 miles

Brake Disc's and pads worn .

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 18,467 miles

Brake Disc's and pads worn .

Pass 11 Feb 2011 14,494 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 14,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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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NL08 ZTE is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 NL08 ZTE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NL08 ZTE registered?

NL08 ZTE is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is NL08 ZTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL08 ZTE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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