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YX55 GVK

2006 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,319 mi
Last recorded108,319 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 GVK
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 108,319 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 2 May 2017 104,552 miles

fuel cap sealing ring perishing

Fail 2 May 2017 104,552 miles

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

fuel cap sealing ring perishing

Pass 5 May 2016 97,621 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 93,849 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 92,145 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 92,145 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 82,383 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 58,772 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 36,538 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 35,349 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 30,994 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 24,786 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 17,267 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 GVK is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 46,408 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 GVK, 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 20 years old, this Proton GEN-2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX55 GVK registered?

YX55 GVK is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is YX55 GVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX55 GVK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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