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WF58 VYU

2008 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

64,039 mi
Last recorded64,039 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF58 VYU
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 64,039 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 54,342 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 54,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2019 50,367 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 46,757 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 46,757 miles

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 42,319 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 42,317 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 37,276 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 36,036 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 28,592 miles

both rear disc s slightly corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2013 23,379 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 23,371 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 18,957 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 18,957 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 3,783 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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WF58 VYU is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 WF58 VYU, 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 WF58 VYU registered?

WF58 VYU is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 11 November 2008.

Is WF58 VYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF58 VYU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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