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SY58 TNL

2008 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

86,192 mi
Last recorded86,192 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY58 TNL
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 86,192 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 86,190 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust blowing to excess (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at front flexi (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 9 Aug 2016 68,731 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 61,547 miles

Centre Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 53,552 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 46,075 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 35,866 miles

o/s rear handbrake readings lower than expected--n/s brake readings very good--o/s borderline for m.o.t. test

Fail 15 Oct 2012 35,866 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s rear handbrake readings lower than expected--n/s brake readings very good--o/s borderline for m.o.t. test

Pass 18 Oct 2011 27,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Licence holder & other sticker fitted to top n/s corner of screen

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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SY58 TNL is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 46,351 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 SY58 TNL, 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 18 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 SY58 TNL registered?

SY58 TNL is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 18 October 2008.

Is SY58 TNL safe to buy?

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