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PK57 BVG

2007 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

94,599 mi
Last recorded94,599 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2021
Typical for 2007 Proton GEN-247,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK57 BVG
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Nov 2021 94,599 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake cable has restricted free movement hand brake cable seized (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near strut top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking high pressure pipe above steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Coolant level low

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner pads thin also (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filter next to tank ()

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 91,009 miles

Advise handbrake travel reaching excess

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroding on inner surfaces and edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Handbrake effort lower than expected

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small nick in outer surface (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroding on inner surfaces and edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 90,990 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Advise handbrake travel reaching excess

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroding on inner surfaces and edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Handbrake effort lower than expected

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small nick in outer surface (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroding on inner surfaces and edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 83,940 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 May 2019 83,933 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 May 2018 70,923 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 57,262 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 48,117 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 48,117 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 38,347 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear exhaust rubber deteriorated

Pass 24 Apr 2014 29,218 miles

exhaust rubbers slightly deterioated [cracking/split]

Pass 13 May 2013 17,586 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 13,633 miles

front pads wearing thin

Pass 17 Oct 2011 8,104 miles

Exhaust rubber mounts perished.

Pass 26 Oct 2010 5,300 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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PK57 BVG is a 2007 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2007 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 47,381 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 PK57 BVG, 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 19 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 PK57 BVG registered?

PK57 BVG is a 2007 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 12 November 2007.

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