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WV58 GUH

2008 Proton GEN-2

Silver Lpg 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,512 mi
Last recorded84,512 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV58 GUH
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 84,512 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 84,512 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 84,116 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 83,393 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 82,752 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 82,007 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2021 82,005 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 81,147 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 80,049 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osr/nsr close on edges (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake travel long little reserve travel

Pass 28 Sep 2018 79,020 miles

handbrake travel long

Pass 27 Sep 2017 77,475 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 76,068 miles

relay?? noise when turning left indicator

Pass 10 Sep 2015 65,688 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 53,656 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 47,067 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 40,368 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 32,320 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 32,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 GUH is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Silver with a 1,597cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GUH, 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

How do I check the history of WV58 GUH?

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What year was WV58 GUH registered?

WV58 GUH is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is WV58 GUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV58 GUH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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