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PX09 VMU

2009 Proton Savvy

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

45,622 mi
Last recorded45,622 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 2009 Proton Savvy33,855 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX09 VMU
MakeProton
ModelSavvy
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 45,622 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Nov 2019 45,622 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 40,422 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 40,419 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users petrol filter leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed only opens from inside (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 34,882 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2017 34,882 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2017 33,622 miles

edge wear to both front tyres

Fail 9 Aug 2017 33,622 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

edge wear to both front tyres

Pass 16 Aug 2016 30,715 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 29 Jul 2016 30,691 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 27 Jul 2015 26,587 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 23,076 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 19,453 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jul 2012 15,306 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r tyre worn on edges

How Reliable is the Proton Savvy?

Based on 46,706 MOT tests across 3,312 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
3,752
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 2,372
brake binding 1,754
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,419
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,122
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 729
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PX09 VMU is a 2009 Proton Savvy in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2009 Proton Savvy models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 33,855 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 Savvy fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 2,372 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PX09 VMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Savvy typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Proton Savvy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PX09 VMU registered?

PX09 VMU is a 2009 Proton Savvy, first registered on 15 July 2009.

Is PX09 VMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX09 VMU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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