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SY08 RXG

2008 Proton Impian

Gold Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

55,489 mi
Last recorded55,489 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Proton Impian52,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 RXG
MakeProton
ModelImpian
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 55,489 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all hoses rusty at ferrals

Pass 12 Jun 2015 48,399 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 48,396 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

EM LIGHT ON

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

OSR TYRE SPLIT

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 43,981 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all brake pipes and ferrals on hoses showing signs of corrosion

Fail 2 Jul 2014 43,981 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all brake pipes and ferrals on hoses showing signs of corrosion

Pass 10 Jun 2013 36,938 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

FUEL FILTER HEAVILY CORRODED

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 32,138 miles

19% imbalance on front service brakes

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

fuel filter corroded o/s rear under side advise replacement

n/s rear tyre has slight cracking but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Fail 23 Mar 2012 32,138 miles

19% imbalance on front service brakes

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

fuel filter corroded o/s rear under side advise replacement

n/s rear tyre has slight cracking but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 7 Mar 2011 25,590 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 25,590 miles

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

How Reliable is the Proton Impian?

Based on 29,773 MOT tests across 2,440 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,608
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,274
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 881
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 718
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SY08 RXG is a 2008 Proton Impian in Gold with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Proton Impian models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 52,721 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 Impian fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY08 RXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Impian typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Proton Impian is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SY08 RXG is a 2008 Proton Impian, first registered on 21 March 2008.

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