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SY59 VSV

2009 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

33,932 mi
Last recorded33,932 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY59 VSV
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2021 33,932 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing within 30cm of upper strut top mounting marked yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing not within prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 30,968 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 30,966 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 25,575 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 21,927 miles

Exhaust corroded at front section.

Fuel filter corroded.

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

Slight oil dampness at power steering rack. No leaks found.

Fail 19 Dec 2017 21,926 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust corroded at front section.

Fuel filter corroded.

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

Nearside Front tyre worn close to wear indicators.

Slight oil dampness at power steering rack. No leaks found.

Pass 14 Dec 2016 18,832 miles

Nearside Rear parking brake performance low

Offside mirror glass deteriated

Fail 14 Dec 2016 18,832 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear parking brake performance low

Offside mirror glass deteriated

Pass 8 Jan 2016 16,805 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 13,667 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2014 13,666 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 11,177 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 8,639 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 8,636 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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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SY59 VSV is a 2009 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2009 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 45,997 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 SY59 VSV, 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 17 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SY59 VSV registered?

SY59 VSV is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is SY59 VSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY59 VSV shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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