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N470 ETR

1996 Proton Persona Compact

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,453 mi
Last recorded104,453 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2009
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Compact70,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN470 ETR
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2009 104,453 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 101,693 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 98,218 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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N470 ETR is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N470 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N470 ETR?

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What year was N470 ETR registered?

N470 ETR is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is N470 ETR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N470 ETR shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N470 ETR have outstanding finance?

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