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VX57 TAU

2007 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,236 mi
Last recorded42,236 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2007 Proton GEN-247,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX57 TAU
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 42,236 miles

Front bumper slightly damage

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 11 Apr 2018 35,306 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 28,921 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 25,815 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 25,815 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 24,640 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 23,247 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 21,758 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wall cracking

o/s/r tyre wall cracking

Pass 3 Apr 2012 20,311 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 18,359 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 16,588 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 16,588 miles

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

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

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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VX57 TAU is a 2007 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 47,381 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 VX57 TAU, 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 19 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VX57 TAU?

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What year was VX57 TAU registered?

VX57 TAU is a 2007 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 25 October 2007.

Is VX57 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX57 TAU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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