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N144 ETR

1996 Proton Persona Compact

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,622 mi
Last recorded61,622 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Compact70,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN144 ETR
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2012 61,622 miles

Both front tyres worn

Emissions unstable,but overall result test pass

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 59,250 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2010 56,438 miles

Offside front indicator unit damaged but complete and functioning

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jun 2010 56,438 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside front indicator unit damaged but complete and functioning

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2009 52,907 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 50,719 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2007 49,061 miles

Small splits ends of both wiper blades. †Slight uneven wear inner edge of both rear tyres. †Slight noise nearside rear wheel bearing.

Pass 5 Jun 2006 44,657 miles

minor uneven wear on edges of both front tyres

oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2005 42,128 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Compact?

Based on 30,558 MOT tests across 3,950 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
3,958
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,950
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,777
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,896
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,449
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,267
Stop lamp not working 1,120
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N144 ETR is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 70,421 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Persona Compact fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,777 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N144 ETR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona Compact typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Proton Persona Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N144 ETR registered?

N144 ETR is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 22 June 1996.

Is N144 ETR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N144 ETR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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