Proton Impian (2006)
2006 Proton Impian
CarHunch analysed 256 real MOT records for the 2006 Proton Impian. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2006 Proton Impian falls short of the UK average with a 74.1% first-time pass rate, and that's a real concern—over a quarter of these cars have recorded dangerous defects at some point, well above acceptable levels. This is a vehicle that demands careful pre-purchase inspection and ongoing vigilance from owners.
These Impians are running at a reasonable 59,500 miles on average for their age, but they're racking up serious wear: an average of 3.4 failures and 11.3 advisories per test suggests ageing components across the board. Before buying one, get a full independent inspection focusing on brake and suspension integrity, since the dangerous defect rate flags systemic safety issues in this cohort.
What to check before buying a 2006 Proton Impian
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 27.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (91%) | 234 | 73.2% | 3.65 |
| LPG (8%) | 21 | 84.9% | 1 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 60% | 2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Proton Impian vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2006 Proton Impian vehicles fall between 36,062 and 68,896 miles.
2006 Proton Impian — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 11 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (6% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2006 Proton Impian
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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57.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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54.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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47.6%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
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43.8%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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39.7%
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split
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38.6%
Offside Steering rack gaiter split
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34.8%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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30.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006. Counts include advisories and failures.
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