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CX07 CAO

2007 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,386 mi
Last recorded52,386 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2007 Proton GEN-247,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX07 CAO
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 52,386 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 45,943 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 45,943 miles

Nearside Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 42,272 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear handbrake low

Pass 25 Jul 2016 37,433 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 33,367 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 28,479 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 21,996 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Apr 2013 21,996 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 18,707 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 18,707 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 15,474 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 15,474 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 11,219 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 11,219 miles

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

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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CX07 CAO is a 2007 Proton GEN-2 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Proton GEN-2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 47,381 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX07 CAO, 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 19 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 CX07 CAO registered?

CX07 CAO is a 2007 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 19 April 2007.

Is CX07 CAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX07 CAO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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