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YG58 ALU

2008 Proton GEN-2

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

55,248 mi
Last recorded55,248 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Proton GEN-246,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 ALU
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 55,248 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 33,005 miles

Oil leak

Fail 5 Aug 2014 33,005 miles

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

Offside Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2013 30,804 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 30,779 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 28,004 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 24,640 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 24,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

HANDBRAKE TRAVEL HIGH.

OSR BRAKE DISC SHOWING SURFACE COROSSION.

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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YG58 ALU is a 2008 Proton GEN-2 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 YG58 ALU, 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 YG58 ALU?

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What year was YG58 ALU registered?

YG58 ALU is a 2008 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 23 October 2008.

Is YG58 ALU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG58 ALU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YG58 ALU have outstanding finance?

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