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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Proton Savvy. Check any Savvy by registration number below.

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59.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-10.6%

vs Proton Avg

8

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Proton Savvy — MOT Reliability Overview

The Proton Savvy has an average MOT pass rate of 59.3%, which is 10.6 percentage points below the Proton brand average of 69.8%. This suggests the Savvy can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Proton Savvy fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Savvy for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Proton Savvy, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Proton Savvy performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 92 vehicles

64.1%Below Average
Proton average: 69.8%
Dangerous Defects

14.6%

Retest Rate

27.1%

2011

Based on 178 vehicles

59.0%Below Average
Proton average: 69.8%
Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

26.1%

2010

Based on 305 vehicles

61.6%Below Average
Proton average: 69.8%
Dangerous Defects

12.3%

Retest Rate

34.2%

2009

Based on 231 vehicles

58.0%Below Average
Proton average: 69.8%
Dangerous Defects

9.9%

Retest Rate

27.3%

2008

Based on 193 vehicles

59.1%Below Average
Proton average: 69.8%
Dangerous Defects

11.0%

Retest Rate

35.2%

2007

Based on 301 vehicles

58.5%Below Average
Proton average: 69.8%
Dangerous Defects

8.4%

Retest Rate

20.6%

2006

Based on 278 vehicles

45.7%Poor
Proton average: 69.8%
Dangerous Defects

11.3%

Retest Rate

45.8%

0

Based on 1,037 vehicles

68.3%Average
Proton average: 69.8%
Mileage at 5yr

55k mi

Top MOT Failures — Proton Savvy

The most common reasons a Proton Savvy fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

4.8%
2

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

4.3%
3

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

4.0%
4

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

3.6%
5

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

3.6%
Proton Savvy Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

12.0%

Front Nearside

8.7%

Rear Nearside

6.5%

Other Proton Models

Compare MOT reliability across Proton models.

Proton C9

91.4% pass rate

Proton Gen-2

57.1% pass rate

Proton 415

91.4% pass rate

Proton Persona

80.0% pass rate

Proton Persona Compact

80.4% pass rate

Proton Satria

66.1% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Proton Savvy

Proton Savvy — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Proton Savvy MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Proton Savvy?
The average MOT pass rate for the Proton Savvy is 59.3% compared to the Proton average of 69.8%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Proton Savvy?
The most common MOT failures on the Proton Savvy are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (4.8%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (4.3%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (4.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Proton Savvy reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 59.3%, the Proton Savvy is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This suggests more frequent issues — pay close attention to the common failures listed on this page when buying or maintaining this model.
How do I check the MOT history of a Proton Savvy?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Proton Savvy?
Typical mileage for the Proton Savvy: 54,524 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Savvy to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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