Proton Gen/2: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 12.0% of Proton Gen/2 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2006, 2008 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 393 | 12.7% |
| 2006 | 576 | 15.8% |
| 2007 | 910 | 12.2% |
| 2008 | 817 | 13.0% |
| 2009 | 580 | 10.7% |
| 2010 | 664 | 10.1% |
| 2011 | 463 | 9.5% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.