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YJ05 JVG

2005 Proton GEN-2

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

85,074 mi
Last recorded85,074 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 JVG
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 85,074 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

rear service and rear hand brake needs adjustment both sides

Pass 25 Jun 2016 72,112 miles

Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear brake caliper modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

rear service and rear hand brake needs adjustment

Pass 20 Jun 2015 63,043 miles

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 56,531 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 50,323 miles

nearside inner rear side light not working

Fail 2 Jul 2013 50,323 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nearside inner rear side light not working

Pass 3 Apr 2012 43,225 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 43,225 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 34,852 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 34,852 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2010 27,212 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 17,224 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 14,350 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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YJ05 JVG is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 46,104 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 YJ05 JVG, 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 21 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ05 JVG registered?

YJ05 JVG is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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The MOT history for YJ05 JVG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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