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RV59 GKG

2010 Proton GEN-2

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

47,234 mi
Last recorded47,234 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2022
Typical for 2010 Proton GEN-248,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 GKG
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2022 47,234 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 47,234 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 43,183 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 43,180 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

Pass 24 May 2019 41,367 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 41,364 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear and middle (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2018 30,365 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 22,007 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 17,802 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 17,802 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Both rear tyres perishing

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 15,046 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 12,307 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 9,886 miles

n/s front bumper insecure.

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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RV59 GKG is a 2010 Proton GEN-2 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2010 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 48,142 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 RV59 GKG, 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 16 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV59 GKG?

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What year was RV59 GKG registered?

RV59 GKG is a 2010 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 8 February 2010.

Is RV59 GKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 GKG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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