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FX07 BUV

2007 Proton GEN-2

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

60,208 mi
Last recorded60,208 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 2007 Proton GEN-247,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX07 BUV
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2016 60,208 miles

near/side rear 195/55 V R 15 tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 19 Mar 2016 60,208 miles

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

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

near/side rear 195/55 V R 15 tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Apr 2015 55,770 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 55,770 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 49,721 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 49,558 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 28 May 2013 40,632 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 33,146 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 26,013 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 21,112 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 21,112 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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FX07 BUV is a 2007 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 63.6%.

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 FX07 BUV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX07 BUV registered?

FX07 BUV is a 2007 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 4 June 2007.

Is FX07 BUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX07 BUV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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