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WV59 EVB

2009 Proton GEN-2

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,073 mi
Last recorded51,073 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2014
Typical for 2009 Proton GEN-245,997 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV59 EVB
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2014 51,073 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 51,073 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 45,892 miles

Bonnet release lazy and sticking.

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

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

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Recommend service.

Fail 13 Sep 2013 45,665 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Bonnet release lazy and sticking.

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

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

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Recommend service.

Pass 13 Feb 2013 39,876 miles

battery insecure

heavy accident damage to the front chassis rails of vehicle

Pass 21 Dec 2012 39,979 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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WV59 EVB is a 2009 Proton GEN-2 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WV59 EVB, 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 WV59 EVB?

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What year was WV59 EVB registered?

WV59 EVB is a 2009 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is WV59 EVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV59 EVB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WV59 EVB have outstanding finance?

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