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YJ59 MXX

2009 Proton Savvy

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

22,989 mi
Last recorded22,989 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Proton Savvy33,855 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ59 MXX
MakeProton
ModelSavvy
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 22,989 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2022 22,989 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust silencer insecure 3 x rear mountings (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 20,921 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Central Exhaust Rubber Deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Rear Exhaust Rubber Split (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2021 20,921 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective Central Exhaust Rubber Deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Rear Exhaust Rubber Split (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 15,318 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 14,188 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 14,040 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 13,646 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 13,329 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 13,329 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 12,723 miles

Exhaust system corroded

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

Play in o/s tie rod end (inner)

Fail 21 Oct 2015 12,723 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust system corroded

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

Play in o/s tie rod end (inner)

Fail 29 Oct 2014 11,545 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 11,545 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 10,323 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 10,323 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 8,351 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Savvy?

Based on 46,706 MOT tests across 3,312 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
3,752
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 2,372
brake binding 1,754
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,419
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,122
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 729
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YJ59 MXX is a 2009 Proton Savvy in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2009 Proton Savvy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 33,855 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 Savvy fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 2,372 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ59 MXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Savvy typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Proton Savvy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ59 MXX registered?

YJ59 MXX is a 2009 Proton Savvy, first registered on 1 November 2009.

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