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PN08 LZO

2008 Proton GEN-2

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

60,208 mi
Last recorded60,208 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 LZO
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 60,208 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2018 60,208 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 53,768 miles

BRAKE PIPES GREASED

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component STEERING RACK (2.3.3b)

Fail 24 Mar 2017 53,671 miles

Fuel pipe insecure FILLER NECK (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER WING/ NEXT TO BATTERY (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER WING (2.4.A.3)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking BEHIND FRONT BUMPER (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened INNER FACE (3.5.1i)

BRAKE PIPES GREASED

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component STEERING RACK (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 49,769 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 43,914 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

see advisory test number 965936765035

Fail 7 Mar 2015 43,755 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 15 Mar 2014 38,253 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 38,253 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 33,463 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 33,428 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 27,639 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 26 Mar 2011 19,511 miles

steering rack damp with fluid (no leaks present)

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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PN08 LZO is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Silver with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 PN08 LZO, 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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PN08 LZO is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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