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PO56 FDV

2006 Proton Savvy

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

32,228 mi
Last recorded32,228 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Proton Savvy39,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO56 FDV
MakeProton
ModelSavvy
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 32,228 miles

Nearside Front outer sill dented

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and outer sill s (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear coil spring getting corroded

Rear shocker getting corroded

Fail 18 Nov 2025 32,222 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front outer sill dented

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and outer sill s (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear coil spring getting corroded

Rear shocker getting corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2024 30,034 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2024 30,027 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 25,258 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 25,258 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 22,130 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 22,127 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 21,937 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 21,937 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 21,802 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 21,369 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 21,368 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 20,399 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 19,261 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 19,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 17,965 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 17,962 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 16,774 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 16,772 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 14,858 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 12,932 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 9,150 miles

corrosion on fuel filter cartridge

Pass 13 Sep 2011 7,049 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 5,270 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 4,740 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 4,730 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Proton Savvy?

Based on 46,706 MOT tests across 3,312 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
3,752
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 2,372
brake binding 1,754
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,419
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,122
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 729
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PO56 FDV is a 2006 Proton Savvy in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

Across all 2006 Proton Savvy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 39,019 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 Savvy fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 2,372 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PO56 FDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Savvy typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Proton Savvy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PO56 FDV registered?

PO56 FDV is a 2006 Proton Savvy, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is PO56 FDV safe to buy?

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