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N440 GNW

1996 Proton Persona Compact

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,213 mi
Last recorded54,213 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Compact70,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN440 GNW
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2013 54,213 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 54,213 miles

Centre Front engine mounting bracket insecure and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 53,456 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 50,600 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 47,598 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 44,633 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 42,462 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 42,462 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 39,006 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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N440 GNW is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N440 GNW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N440 GNW registered?

N440 GNW is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 7 May 1996.

Is N440 GNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N440 GNW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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