Proton Persona Compact Glsi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Proton Persona Compact Glsi reliable? We analysed 1,031 real MOT tests across 231 vehicles to find out.
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The Proton Persona Compact Glsi is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, steering rack gaiter split and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Proton Persona Compact Glsi.
Proton Persona Compact Glsi Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Proton Persona Compact Glsi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Proton Persona Compact Glsi MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Proton Persona Compact Glsi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Proton Persona Compact Glsi Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Proton Persona Compact Glsi fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Proton Persona Compact Glsi Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Proton Persona Compact Glsi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Proton Persona Compact Glsi MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Proton Persona Compact Glsi year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 169 | 69.2% | 48,218 | 68,983 | 90,114 |
| 1997 | 438 | 63.2% | 51,908 | 70,247 | 85,270 |
| 1996 | 326 | 63.2% | 52,764 | 67,683 | 83,918 |
| 1995 | 89 | 67.4% | 57,642 | 67,805 | 87,964 |
How Long Does a Proton Persona Compact Glsi Last?
Based on 231 Proton Persona Compact Glsi vehicles on UK roads.
Proton Persona Compact Glsi Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Proton Persona Compact Glsi MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Proton Persona Compact Glsi
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
69.2% MOT pass rate from 169 tests
63.2% MOT pass rate from 326 tests
The best year to buy a used Proton Persona Compact Glsi is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 69.2% across 169 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Proton Persona Compact Glsi Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proton Persona Compact Glsi THIS CAR | 64.7% | 1,031 | 68,440 mi | 31 yrs |
| Proton Persona | 66% | 104,196 | 68,588 mi | 32 yrs |
| Proton GEN-2 | 70.5% | 59,272 | 46,580 mi | 22 yrs |
| Proton Wira | 70.1% | 57,151 | 47,970 mi | 26 yrs |
| Land Rover Rangerover 4.0 SE Auto | 70.4% | 635 | 119,686 mi | 32 yrs |
Compared to the Proton Persona (66.0% pass rate) and the Proton GEN-2 (70.5% pass rate), the Proton Persona Compact Glsi trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Proton Persona Compact Glsi has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.7% across 1,031 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Proton Persona Compact Glsi are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (94 recorded failures), steering rack gaiter split (82), and registration plate lamp not working (63). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Proton Persona Compact Glsi owner drives around 6,000 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Proton Persona Compact Glsi models stay on UK roads for around 31 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.