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WU09 VYV

2009 Proton GEN-2

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,296 mi
Last recorded138,296 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU09 VYV
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 138,296 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsr & osr (inner & outer) (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 132,456 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Feb 2017 132,456 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Mar 2016 111,305 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper damp but no leak found under pressure

Nearside door mirror missing

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Feb 2016 110,888 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake caliper damp but no leak found under pressure

Nearside door mirror missing

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 81,887 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 71,024 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 57,414 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 21,482 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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WU09 VYV is a 2009 Proton GEN-2 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 WU09 VYV, 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.

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What year was WU09 VYV registered?

WU09 VYV is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 13 March 2009.

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The MOT history for WU09 VYV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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