Proton Persona Glsi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Proton Persona Glsi reliable? We analysed 4,235 real MOT tests across 1,012 vehicles to find out.
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The Proton Persona Glsi is about 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 brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Proton Persona Glsi.
Proton Persona Glsi Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Proton Persona Glsi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Proton Persona Glsi MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Proton Persona Glsi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Proton Persona Glsi Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Proton Persona Glsi fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Proton Persona Glsi Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Proton Persona Glsi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Proton Persona Glsi MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Proton Persona Glsi year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 403 | 66.5% | 49,479 | 62,688 | 79,869 |
| 1998 | 792 | 67.3% | 53,245 | 69,869 | 90,560 |
| 1997 | 1,544 | 64.6% | 60,299 | 75,208 | 93,634 |
| 1996 | 647 | 65.4% | 62,205 | 81,562 | 100,788 |
| 1995 | 519 | 63.4% | 64,449 | 80,294 | 101,698 |
| 1994 | 302 | 60.6% | 66,039 | 80,758 | 97,044 |
How Long Does a Proton Persona Glsi Last?
Based on 1,012 Proton Persona Glsi vehicles on UK roads.
Proton Persona Glsi Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Proton Persona 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 Glsi
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
67.3% MOT pass rate from 792 tests
60.6% MOT pass rate from 302 tests
The best year to buy a used Proton Persona Glsi is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 67.3% across 792 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.6% — 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 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 Glsi THIS CAR | 65.0% | 4,235 | 75,086 mi | 32 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 |
| Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf | 93.4% | 1,958 | 11,921 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Proton Persona (66.0% pass rate) and the Proton GEN-2 (70.5% pass rate), the Proton Persona Glsi trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Proton Persona Glsi has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.0% across 4,235 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Proton Persona Glsi are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (460 recorded failures), steering rack gaiter split (406), and brake pipe excessively corroded (293). 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 Glsi owner drives around 6,173 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 Glsi models stay on UK roads for around 32 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.