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RX54 XXU

2004 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

53,203 mi
Last recorded53,203 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Proton GEN-246,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 XXU
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2015 53,203 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 47,214 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

exhaust system corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2013 41,804 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 35,753 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 29,027 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 23,496 miles

Both sides rear brake pads getting low

Front exhaust section corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2010 23,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both sides rear brake pads getting low

Front exhaust section corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2009 20,715 miles

Both sides front brake pads low

Both sides rear brake pads getting low

Nearside rear parking brake readings could be improved

Fail 27 Nov 2009 20,715 miles

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

Both sides front tyres low

Both sides rear brake pads getting low

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear parking brake readings could be improved

Pass 31 Oct 2008 17,659 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 17,657 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2007 14,345 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 14,345 miles

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

HANDBRAKE TRAVEL HIGH.

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

SLIGHT PLAY IN OSR WHEELBEARING.

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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RX54 XXU is a 2004 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 46,302 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 RX54 XXU, 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 22 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX54 XXU registered?

RX54 XXU is a 2004 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 18 November 2004.

Is RX54 XXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 XXU 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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