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WA08 FWT

2008 Proton GEN-2

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,015 mi
Last recorded50,015 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 FWT
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2016 50,015 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2016 50,015 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s/r and centre exhaust rubbers breaking up

Pass 20 Apr 2015 42,762 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 35,136 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 29,123 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2012 23,860 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside front seat belt twisted

Fail 13 Apr 2011 19,004 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 19,004 miles

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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WA08 FWT is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WA08 FWT, 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 WA08 FWT registered?

WA08 FWT is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is WA08 FWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA08 FWT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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