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N372 DOO

1996 Proton Persona Compact

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

118,024 mi
Last recorded118,024 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2014
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Compact70,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN372 DOO
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Sep 2014 118,024 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside front brake slightly binding

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 109,707 miles

Front registration plate in poor condition

Fail 23 Dec 2013 109,707 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front registration plate in poor condition

Pass 20 Mar 2013 102,244 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 98,303 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 98,303 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 93,957 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 93,957 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 83,571 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 77,329 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 71,186 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/S/R Fog light inoperative.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 64,882 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 61,437 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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N372 DOO is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 N372 DOO, 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 N372 DOO registered?

N372 DOO is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 20 April 1996.

Is N372 DOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N372 DOO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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