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YB57 GAU

2008 Proton GEN-2

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

75,178 mi
Last recorded75,178 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB57 GAU
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 75,178 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 72,896 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 71,863 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Jan 2022 71,863 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 69,473 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 67,975 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2019 67,973 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe excessively damaged main to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 63,949 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 59,639 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 59,639 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 54,944 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 49,920 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 44,060 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 40,390 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 36,516 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 30,813 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 23,501 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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YB57 GAU is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Gold with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YB57 GAU, 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 YB57 GAU?

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What year was YB57 GAU registered?

YB57 GAU is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 12 January 2008.

Is YB57 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB57 GAU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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