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WV58 GUC

2008 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,583 mi
Last recorded52,583 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV58 GUC
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 52,583 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2026 52,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Jul 2025 48,916 miles

all front and rear brake discs rusty

Fail 1 Jul 2025 48,916 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

all front and rear brake discs rusty

Pass 13 Dec 2023 48,915 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 48,695 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 48,112 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2021 48,112 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 48,071 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 46,309 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 44,015 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 42,207 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Dec 2017 42,207 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 39,941 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 39,941 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 37,359 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 35,323 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 32,826 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 32,826 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 31,155 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 26,938 miles

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

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

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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WV58 GUC is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WV58 GUC, 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 WV58 GUC registered?

WV58 GUC is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is WV58 GUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV58 GUC shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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