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MX05 XVT

2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls

Purple Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,753 mi
Last recorded72,753 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls46,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 XVT
MakeProton
ModelGen 2 Gls
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 72,753 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2016 72,753 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jan 2015 62,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 62,830 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 59,162 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

rear brake discs slightly corroded on inner face

Pass 10 Dec 2012 54,588 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 47,022 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 34,452 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 27,059 miles

rear exhaust rubber mounting in poor condition

Pass 9 Jan 2009 16,997 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 16,987 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 15,841 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 15,811 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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MX05 XVT is a 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls in Purple with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MX05 XVT, 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 MX05 XVT registered?

MX05 XVT is a 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is MX05 XVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 XVT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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