Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Proton Impian?

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 2007 Proton Impian?

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 2007 Proton Impian?

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.

Is the 2007 Proton Impian reliable?

Based on MOT data from 172 vehicles, the 2007 Proton Impian has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2007 Proton Impian?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2007 Proton Impian are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (37.7% of vehicles), Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (31.3% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (31.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2007 Proton Impian?

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 Impian (2007)

172 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.9% first-time pass rate

2007 Proton Impian

CarHunch analysed 172 real MOT records for the 2007 Proton Impian. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2007 Proton Impian trails the UK average pass rate by 3.2 percentage points at 76.8%, suggesting slightly below-average reliability for its age. With 13.4% of vehicles having suffered dangerous defects, it's not a major concern, but buyers should factor in a more thorough pre-purchase inspection than you might for mainstream rivals.

These cars are running at a sensible 47,000 miles median for their age, but they're accumulating an average of 2.71 failures per test, indicating persistent mechanical issues beyond the obvious wear items—the high advisory count of 9.2 per vehicle reinforces this. Before committing, have a trusted mechanic inspect the cooling system, suspension, and electrics, as these older Protons tend to show their age in those areas.

We have limited data for the 2007 Proton Impian — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

76.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

13.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.71

Over 10.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

47k

Middle half: 34k–68k

For context

These stats describe 172 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 172 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 37.7%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 31.3%

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split · Offside Steering rack gaiter split · Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Brake wear 18.7%

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Exhaust & emissions 16.3%

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Wipers & washers 13.1%

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Lighting 12.3%

Offside Stop lamp not working

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007.

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Based on MOT data from 172 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13.4% 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 →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (90%)	155	75.3%	2.92

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Proton Impian 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.

47,006

typical

33,573

low mileage

67,915

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Proton Impian vehicles fall between 33,573 and 67,915 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 33,573 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.

✓ 33,573–67,915 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Proton Impians sit.

⚠ Over 91,685 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Proton Impian — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 9% of 2007 Proton Impians are still active.

Numbers are declining — 13 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2023 (9% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2023.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

10.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.71

Avg failures per vehicle

9.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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