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YX08 BZE

2008 Proton Impian

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

130,231 mi
Last recorded130,231 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Proton Impian52,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 BZE
MakeProton
ModelImpian
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Oct 2020 130,231 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength main chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 May 2019 96,411 miles

Front Coolant leak excessive ()

Fail 3 May 2019 96,403 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Coolant leak excessive ()

Pass 5 May 2018 73,318 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 67,043 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 54,210 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 54,210 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported both front to rear (3.6.B.1)

Fuel pipe insecure unde body (7.2.1)

Nearside Braking system leaking front to rear (3.6.A.1)

Pass 18 May 2015 41,767 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 30,487 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 21,648 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 17,170 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 10,571 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 10,571 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Proton Impian?

Based on 29,773 MOT tests across 2,440 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,696
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,608
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,274
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 881
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 718
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YX08 BZE is a 2008 Proton Impian in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Proton Impian models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 52,721 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 Impian fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,696 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX08 BZE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Impian typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Proton Impian is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YX08 BZE is a 2008 Proton Impian, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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