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SJ55 HUZ

2005 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

56,726 mi
Last recorded56,726 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 HUZ
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 56,726 miles

surface corrosion on all suspension components

Fail 30 Jul 2024 56,724 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

surface corrosion on all suspension components

Pass 15 Aug 2023 55,685 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 55,473 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2022 55,473 miles

Rear Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction fexi hoses (8.2.2.2 (g))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 54,470 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 54,033 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 53,783 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 53,783 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 53,548 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 53,548 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 52,797 miles

Central Rear corrosion on rear axle

Pass 23 May 2016 52,298 miles

Centre Rear corrosion on rear axle

Fail 20 May 2016 52,294 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Rear corrosion on rear axle

Pass 11 Jun 2015 51,841 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 51,754 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 16 May 2014 50,430 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 50,430 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 48,686 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 47,184 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 45,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 45,116 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 42,781 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 42,766 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Back box has 3 rubber mountings split.

Middle pipe has 1 rubber mounting split.

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 41,063 miles

Nearside 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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SJ55 HUZ is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 SJ55 HUZ, 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.

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What year was SJ55 HUZ registered?

SJ55 HUZ is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 19 December 2005.

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