Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

24% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls reliable?

Based on MOT data from 142 vehicles, the 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls has a first-time MOT pass rate of 72.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Proton Gen 2 Gls (2005)

142 real MOT outcomes analysed • 72.7% first-time pass rate

2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls

CarHunch analysed 142 real MOT records for the 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2005 Proton Gen 2 GLS is a notably unreliable used buy, with just 66.8% of examples passing their MOT on first attempt versus the UK average of 80%—a 13-point gap that signals consistent quality issues. Nearly one in four of these cars (23.9%) has recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine concern for safety-conscious buyers.

These vehicles are carrying relatively modest mileage for their age at around 50,400 miles on average, yet they're still racking up an average of 2.92 failures per test and 8.3 advisories, suggesting inherent design or build weaknesses rather than wear-and-tear problems. Before committing to one, budget for immediate remedial work and factor in higher-than-average servicing costs—a pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is essential, not optional.

We have limited data for the 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

72.7%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

23.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.92

Over 9.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

47k

Middle half: 36k–57k

For context

These stats describe 142 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 142 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 23.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (86%)	122	70.6%	3.3

Mileage Distribution

Most 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

46,807

typical

36,357

low mileage

56,825

high mileage

Half of all 2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls vehicles fall between 36,357 and 56,825 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 36,357 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 36,357–56,825 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2005 Proton Gen 2 Glss sit.

⚠ Over 76,713 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2005 Proton Gen 2 Gls — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 33% of 2005 Proton Gen 2 Glss are still active.

Numbers are declining — 27 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2019 (33% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2019.

MOT History Averages

9.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.92

Avg failures per vehicle

8.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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