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SF05 BPO

2005 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,985 mi
Last recorded66,985 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 66,985 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)

Fail 6 Mar 2017 66,985 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 57,921 miles

Rear wiper blade torn

Fail 16 Mar 2016 57,921 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported both rear silencer rubbers (7.1.1)

Rear wiper blade torn

Pass 12 Mar 2015 46,805 miles

wear offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Mar 2014 38,829 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2014 38,829 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 28,092 miles

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

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

engine management lamp on

lpg cap missing

Fail 8 Mar 2012 17,148 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 17,148 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 3,883 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 3,472 miles

advise cosmetic damage on o/s/r light cluster

Pass 24 Jun 2009 2,814 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 2,152 miles

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 BPO is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 46,104 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 SF05 BPO, 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

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What year was SF05 BPO registered?

SF05 BPO is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is SF05 BPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 BPO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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