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RX55 HZG

2005 Proton GEN-2

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,578 mi
Last recorded84,578 miles
Recorded on2 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 HZG
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2015 84,578 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges and perishing

offside front seatbelt buckle casing damaged

offside front tyre perishing

Pass 2 May 2014 81,531 miles

offside front seatbelt buckle outer casing damaged but not affecting operation

offside front tyre perishing

rear indicators/ side repeaters slightly discoloured

rear tyres wearing on edges/ perishing

Pass 5 Apr 2013 78,815 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

battery insecure

Pass 7 Mar 2012 75,944 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 72,968 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear exhaust rubber split

Pass 30 Sep 2011 72,968 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear exhaust rubber split

Pass 6 Oct 2010 66,482 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 55,151 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 55,142 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

park brake lever travel long

Pass 21 Aug 2008 42,984 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 42,968 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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RX55 HZG is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 46,104 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 RX55 HZG, 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 21 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 RX55 HZG?

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What year was RX55 HZG registered?

RX55 HZG is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is RX55 HZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 HZG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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