Proton Persona Glsi Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Proton Persona Glsi Auto reliable? We analysed 1,089 real MOT tests across 261 vehicles to find out.
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The Proton Persona Glsi Auto 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 stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Proton Persona Glsi Auto.
Proton Persona Glsi Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Proton Persona Glsi Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Proton Persona Glsi Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Proton Persona Glsi Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Proton Persona Glsi Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Proton Persona Glsi Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Proton Persona Glsi Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Proton Persona Glsi Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Proton Persona Glsi Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Proton Persona Glsi Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 107 | 68.2% | 50,064 | 63,708 | 74,311 |
| 1997 | 337 | 70.9% | 46,176 | 62,723 | 81,012 |
| 1996 | 150 | 68.7% | 56,041 | 76,593 | 91,364 |
| 1995 | 334 | 66.2% | 54,128 | 67,299 | 83,817 |
| 1994 | 119 | 58.0% | 58,622 | 71,457 | 95,455 |
How Long Does a Proton Persona Glsi Auto Last?
Based on 261 Proton Persona Glsi Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Proton Persona Glsi Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Proton Persona Glsi Auto 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 Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
70.9% MOT pass rate from 337 tests
58.0% MOT pass rate from 119 tests
The best year to buy a used Proton Persona Glsi Auto is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.9% across 337 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 58.0% — 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 Auto 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 Auto THIS CAR | 67.1% | 1,089 | 66,248 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 |
| Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TDI Bmt 4MOT S-a | 94.9% | 549 | 63,042 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Proton Persona (66.0% pass rate) and the Proton GEN-2 (70.5% pass rate), the Proton Persona Glsi Auto sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Proton Persona Glsi Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.1% across 1,089 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Proton Persona Glsi Auto are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (102 recorded failures), steering rack gaiter split (97), and stop lamp not working (58). 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 Auto owner drives around 6,138 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 Auto 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.