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WR59 LNX

2009 Proton GEN-2

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

14,637 mi
Last recorded14,637 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR59 LNX
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 14,637 miles

engine management light on

front inner brake pads beginning to get low

Fail 23 Oct 2017 14,635 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on

front inner brake pads beginning to get low

Pass 4 Nov 2016 12,158 miles

Front lower suspension arm and anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers deteriorating

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

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

Slight brake bind on offside rear wheel

Fail 4 Nov 2016 12,158 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front lower suspension arm and anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers deteriorating

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

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

Slight brake bind on offside rear wheel

Pass 29 Oct 2015 10,383 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 10,383 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

tested by D M Maguire 28/10/2015 contingency no 81e01f96

Pass 19 Nov 2014 8,771 miles

n/s/r tyre beginning to get low 3mm

Fail 19 Nov 2014 8,771 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

n/s/r tyre beginning to get low 3mm

Pass 21 Oct 2013 7,280 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

cut in n/s/f outer tyre wall

Pass 20 Nov 2012 5,834 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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WR59 LNX is a 2009 Proton GEN-2 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WR59 LNX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WR59 LNX?

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What year was WR59 LNX registered?

WR59 LNX is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 17 November 2009.

Is WR59 LNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR59 LNX shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WR59 LNX have outstanding finance?

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