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YX55 GVT

2006 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,654 mi
Last recorded126,654 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 2006 Proton GEN-246,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 GVT
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 126,654 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 112,932 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 102,179 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 102,179 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 90,194 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 76,725 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 59,723 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 44,431 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 38,755 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 GVT is a 2006 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GVT, 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 GVT registered?

YX55 GVT is a 2006 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 1 January 2006.

Is YX55 GVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX55 GVT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YX55 GVT have outstanding finance?

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