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RV09 GKZ

2009 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

38,527 mi
Last recorded38,527 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV09 GKZ
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 38,527 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective front and centre (6.1.2 (a))

front bumper damage

windscreen slight damage

Pass 5 Jan 2022 36,729 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

headlight level switch faulty

Fail 5 Jan 2022 36,728 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

headlight level switch faulty

Pass 20 Jan 2021 34,300 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Jan 2021 34,298 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/55/r15/85h (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 33,204 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 33,204 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 31,897 miles

stone chip in front windscreen

Pass 26 Jul 2017 30,966 miles

Rear inner pads appear low visually

stone chip in windscreen

Central exhaust support rubbers splitting

Front brake pads appear low visually

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 29,312 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 26,882 miles

chip In screen

nearside front steering rack boot damp

underside of car under silled

Pass 15 Jul 2014 23,888 miles

chip in screen

Fail 22 Jul 2013 21,508 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 21,508 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 17,175 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Aug 2012 17,175 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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RV09 GKZ is a 2009 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2009 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 45,997 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 RV09 GKZ, 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 17 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RV09 GKZ registered?

RV09 GKZ is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 7 August 2009.

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