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WV08 EHG

2008 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,863 mi
Last recorded110,863 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 EHG
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 110,863 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 109,621 miles

Centre to rear exhaust flange corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2024 109,621 miles

Centre to rear exhaust flange corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 107,816 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Centre to rear exhaust flange corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2023 107,816 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Centre to rear exhaust flange corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 104,785 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear low read on handbrake

Fail 12 Jan 2022 104,785 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear low read on handbrake

Pass 21 Jan 2021 100,946 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 98,401 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 93,491 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 93,467 miles

Offside Rear Brake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 86,520 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 77,553 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 65,344 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 53,406 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 40,239 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 37,222 miles

nearside front lower radiator susport bracket worn away due to corossion

Fail 14 Mar 2013 37,222 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front lower radiator susport bracket worn away due to corossion

Pass 21 Mar 2012 30,303 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 24,828 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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WV08 EHG is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 WV08 EHG, 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 WV08 EHG registered?

WV08 EHG is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is WV08 EHG safe to buy?

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