Proton Gen/2: tyres MOT failures
Tyres was a recorded failure area in 6.5% of Proton Gen/2 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2007, 2008 cars.
Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair cost: £50–£120 per tyre (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Tyres failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 393 | 5.6% |
| 2007 | 910 | 7.2% |
| 2008 | 817 | 6.6% |
| 2009 | 580 | 6.2% |
| 2010 | 664 | 6.5% |
| 2011 | 463 | 6.0% |
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.