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BU05 DXV

2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

56,167 mi
Last recorded56,167 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2011
Typical for 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls46,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 DXV
MakeProton
ModelGen 2 Gls
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2011 56,167 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 20 Dec 2011 56,167 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2010 48,356 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 48,356 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Fail 7 Apr 2010 48,314 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 33,840 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 22,672 miles

Battery insecure

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Proton Gen 2 Gls?

Based on 2,180 MOT tests across 224 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
5,637
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
224
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 109
parking brake recording little or no effort 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 63
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 56
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BU05 DXV is a 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 46,357 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 Gen 2 Gls fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 DXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Gen 2 Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Proton Gen 2 Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU05 DXV registered?

BU05 DXV is a 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is BU05 DXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 DXV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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