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KV57 CXW

2007 Proton GEN-2

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,168 mi
Last recorded77,168 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2015
Typical for 2007 Proton GEN-247,381 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV57 CXW
MakeProton
ModelGEN-2
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2015 77,168 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Dec 2014 72,901 miles

Both bumpers scuffed

N/S/Rear door and wheel arch damaged

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/S/Front Brakes binding slightly

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2014 72,901 miles

Both bumpers scuffed

N/S/Rear door and wheel arch damaged

O/S/Front Brakes binding slightly

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 4 Dec 2014 72,882 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Both bumpers scuffed

Exhaust heat shield insecure

N/S/Rear brakes binding slightly

N/S/Rear door and wheel arch damaged

O/S/Front Brakes binding slightly

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2013 64,337 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 30 Nov 2013 64,337 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2012 55,877 miles

all exhaust rubbers perished

strut brace bolt snapped

Fail 9 Nov 2012 55,877 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all exhaust rubbers perished

strut brace bolt snapped

Pass 5 Nov 2011 45,335 miles

Offside front of bumper damaged

Fail 5 Nov 2011 45,335 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside front of bumper damaged

Pass 17 Dec 2010 38,749 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 38,749 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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KV57 CXW is a 2007 Proton GEN-2 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KV57 CXW, 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 KV57 CXW registered?

KV57 CXW is a 2007 Proton GEN-2, first registered on 14 December 2007.

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