CarVerify

Free Car Check

WJ55 EWW

2005 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,767 mi
Last recorded85,767 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Proton
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 EWW
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 85,767 miles

Nearside rear shock bush deteriorated

Offside rear shock bush deteriorated

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2018 85,720 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 69,679 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 63,924 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 60,887 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 57,230 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 52,887 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 50,844 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 44,308 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 39,040 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 26,343 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 15,401 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
Full Proton GEN-2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WJ55 EWW is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 46,104 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 WJ55 EWW, 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 21 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 WJ55 EWW?

You can check the full history of WJ55 EWW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WJ55 EWW registered?

WJ55 EWW is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is WJ55 EWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ55 EWW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WJ55 EWW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WJ55 EWW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.