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PN57 DTZ

2008 Proton GEN-2

Orange Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,397 mi
Last recorded107,397 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN57 DTZ
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 107,397 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 107,396 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 100,550 miles

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

Offside Front SLIGHT PLAY IN BEARING

Offside Front WIPER SPLIT

Fail 4 Jul 2016 100,543 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front SLIGHT PLAY IN BEARING

Offside Front WIPER SPLIT

Pass 2 Jun 2015 91,157 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Jun 2015 91,157 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 77,759 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2014 77,759 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2013 44,947 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 24,179 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 22,686 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 14,090 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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PN57 DTZ is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Orange with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PN57 DTZ, 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

How do I check the history of PN57 DTZ?

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What year was PN57 DTZ registered?

PN57 DTZ is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is PN57 DTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN57 DTZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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