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PY58 DBU

2008 Proton GEN-2

Orange Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,676 mi
Last recorded42,676 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY58 DBU
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 42,676 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 41,373 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 40,448 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 40,448 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 39,534 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 38,557 miles

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

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

advise off side front tyre cracking on tread

Pass 3 Oct 2017 37,386 miles

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

advise off side rear tyre cracking on tread

Pass 30 Sep 2016 35,627 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 35,627 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 33,208 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 33,208 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 30,809 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 30,809 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 29,059 miles

rear exhaust rubber mounting deteriorated but exhaust is secure

Pass 19 Nov 2012 24,917 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 20,211 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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PY58 DBU is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Orange with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 PY58 DBU, 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 PY58 DBU?

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What year was PY58 DBU registered?

PY58 DBU is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 24 November 2008.

Is PY58 DBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY58 DBU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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