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SJ08 HTF

2008 Proton Savvy

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

53,539 mi
Last recorded53,539 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Proton Savvy37,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 HTF
MakeProton
ModelSavvy
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 53,539 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Jun 2020 52,203 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Apr 2019 49,001 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Apr 2018 43,701 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 38,655 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 34,206 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 28,768 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Feb 2015 28,767 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 25,482 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 21,895 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 18,236 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 15,311 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 15,311 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

How Reliable is the Proton Savvy?

Based on 46,706 MOT tests across 3,312 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
3,752
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 2,372
brake binding 1,754
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,419
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,122
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 729
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SJ08 HTF is a 2008 Proton Savvy in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Proton Savvy models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 37,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Savvy fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 2,372 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ08 HTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Savvy typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Proton Savvy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SJ08 HTF registered?

SJ08 HTF is a 2008 Proton Savvy, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is SJ08 HTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 HTF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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