PROTON SAVVY (2012)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 61 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
70%
Total Tests (2024)
61
Avg Mileage
51,334 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,540
Is the 2012 PROTON SAVVY reliable?
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 12 points below the national average of 82%.
At 12 years old, 70% of PROTON SAVVYs from 2012 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 61 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 51,334 miles.
How does the 2012 PROTON SAVVY compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2012 PROTON SAVVY has 51,334 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 88,800 miles for a 12-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2012 PROTON SAVVY cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
PROTON SAVVY by Year
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About the 2012 PROTON SAVVY
The 2012 PROTON SAVVY is a city car with a 1149cc petrol engine. 61 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 94% of 2012 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 51,334 miles at 12 years old, PROTON SAVVY owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2012 PROTON SAVVY Fuel Costs
The modest 1149cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2012 PROTON SAVVY?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,540 (£128/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 70% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
PROTON SAVVY Reliability Trend
The PROTON SAVVY has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2012 PROTON SAVVY
At 12 years old, the PROTON SAVVY is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 61 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2012 PROTON SAVVY
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2014) 79% pass rate (+9%) from 224,536 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2014) 76% pass rate (+6%) from 141,747 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2013) 78% pass rate (+8%) from 132,292 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2013) 72% pass rate (+2%) from 84,989 tests