Proton Satria Neo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Proton Satria Neo reliable? We analysed 6,952 real MOT tests across 582 vehicles to find out.
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The Proton Satria Neo is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include headlamp aim too low, parking brake lever has no reserve travel and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Proton Satria Neo.
Proton Satria Neo Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Proton Satria Neo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Proton Satria Neo MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Proton Satria Neo to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Proton Satria Neo Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Proton Satria Neo fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Proton Satria Neo Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Proton Satria Neo owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Proton Satria Neo MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Proton Satria Neo year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 50 | 68.0% | 24,322 | 33,303 | 51,184 |
| 2012 | 317 | 70.7% | 21,009 | 36,818 | 60,428 |
| 2011 | 541 | 69.9% | 25,634 | 42,603 | 60,532 |
| 2010 | 462 | 68.2% | 29,576 | 47,197 | 67,872 |
| 2009 | 946 | 70.5% | 24,513 | 39,092 | 58,448 |
| 2008 | 1,737 | 66.8% | 26,134 | 40,319 | 57,514 |
| 2007 | 2,896 | 67.1% | 28,788 | 45,223 | 63,838 |
How Long Does a Proton Satria Neo Last?
Based on 582 Proton Satria Neo vehicles on UK roads.
Proton Satria Neo Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Proton Satria Neo 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 Satria Neo
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
70.7% MOT pass rate from 317 tests
66.8% MOT pass rate from 1,737 tests
The best year to buy a used Proton Satria Neo is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.7% across 317 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Proton Satria Neo Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proton Satria Neo THIS CAR | 67.9% | 6,952 | 42,603 mi | 19 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 |
| Royal Enfield Bullet Electra Efi | 89.4% | 2,423 | 5,294 mi | 16 yrs |
Compared to the Proton Persona (66.0% pass rate) and the Proton GEN-2 (70.5% pass rate), the Proton Satria Neo sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Proton Satria Neo has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.9% across 6,952 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Proton Satria Neo are headlamp aim too low (288 recorded failures), parking brake lever has no reserve travel (255), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (251). 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 Satria Neo owner drives around 5,045 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 Satria Neo models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.