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SF05 BOV

2005 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,346 mi
Last recorded74,346 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 BOV
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 74,346 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Feb 2016 74,346 miles

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

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Feb 2015 65,307 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

both front tyres starting to wear on inside

Pass 18 Feb 2015 65,307 miles

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

Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

both front tyres starting to wear on inside

Pass 28 Feb 2014 54,634 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 28 Feb 2014 54,634 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 48,344 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 41,612 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 36,344 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 31,872 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 28,217 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 285,217 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 21,410 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 521,500 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 21,410 miles

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

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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SF05 BOV is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SF05 BOV, 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 SF05 BOV?

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What year was SF05 BOV registered?

SF05 BOV is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is SF05 BOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 BOV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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