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YX55 FRN

2005 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,062 mi
Last recorded105,062 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Proton GEN-246,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 FRN
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 105,062 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 105,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 97,773 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 90,176 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 82,864 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 75,715 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 65,826 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2010 53,187 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 53,187 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 42,653 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 32,492 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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YX55 FRN is a 2005 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YX55 FRN, 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 YX55 FRN registered?

YX55 FRN is a 2005 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is YX55 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX55 FRN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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