Proton Persona Lsi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Proton Persona Lsi reliable? We analysed 850 real MOT tests across 198 vehicles to find out.
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The Proton Persona Lsi is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include steering rack gaiter split, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Proton Persona Lsi.
Proton Persona Lsi Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Proton Persona Lsi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Proton Persona Lsi MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Proton Persona Lsi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Proton Persona Lsi Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Proton Persona Lsi fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Proton Persona Lsi Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Proton Persona Lsi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Proton Persona Lsi MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Proton Persona Lsi year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 290 | 66.9% | 46,104 | 60,316 | 75,659 |
| 1998 | 332 | 66.6% | 58,508 | 72,454 | 91,869 |
| 1997 | 183 | 68.9% | 52,762 | 68,361 | 81,879 |
How Long Does a Proton Persona Lsi Last?
Based on 198 Proton Persona Lsi vehicles on UK roads.
Proton Persona Lsi Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Proton Persona Lsi 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 Lsi
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
68.9% MOT pass rate from 183 tests
66.6% MOT pass rate from 332 tests
The best year to buy a used Proton Persona Lsi is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 68.9% across 183 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.6% — 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 Lsi Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proton Persona Lsi THIS CAR | 67.2% | 850 | 66,438 mi | 29 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 |
| Hyundai Santa Fe Prem Blue Drive CRDI | 87.7% | 941 | 72,745 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Proton Persona (66.0% pass rate) and the Proton GEN-2 (70.5% pass rate), the Proton Persona Lsi sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Proton Persona Lsi has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.2% across 850 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Proton Persona Lsi are steering rack gaiter split (86 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (76), and stop lamp not working (61). 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 Lsi owner drives around 6,617 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 Lsi models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.