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WX56 JVN

2006 Proton GEN-2

Purple Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,569 mi
Last recorded92,569 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 JVN
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 92,569 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2019 92,506 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 85,947 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 80,187 miles

Nearside Rear handbrake cable seized

Pass 17 Jun 2016 73,183 miles

tyres worn on edges

Pass 23 Jun 2015 66,710 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 66,710 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 60,672 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 60,672 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 54,506 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 52,047 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)

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

rear tyres out of shape on inner edges

wiperblades smearing

Fail 15 Dec 2009 52,047 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear tyres out of shape on inner edges

wiperblades smearing

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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WX56 JVN is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Purple with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 46,408 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 WX56 JVN, 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 20 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 WX56 JVN?

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What year was WX56 JVN registered?

WX56 JVN is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is WX56 JVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX56 JVN shows 12 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.

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