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BMZ 8389

1997 Proton Persona Compact Glsi

Purple Other 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,453 mi
Last recorded95,453 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact Glsi70,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMZ 8389
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact Glsi
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,468cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 95,453 miles
Fail 28 May 2023 95,326 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 91,251 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 87,639 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 76,556 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Compact Glsi?

Based on 1,031 MOT tests across 231 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
6,000
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
231
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 94
Steering rack gaiter split 82
Registration plate lamp not working 63
position lamp(s) not working 62
Brake pipe excessively corroded 61
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BMZ 8389 is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact Glsi in Purple with a 1,468cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Proton Persona Compact Glsi models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 70,247 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Persona Compact Glsi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BMZ 8389, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona Compact Glsi typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Proton Persona Compact Glsi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BMZ 8389 registered?

BMZ 8389 is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact Glsi, first registered on 11 November 1997.

Is BMZ 8389 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMZ 8389 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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