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N556 XAL

1995 Proton Persona Compact

Orange Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

15,661 mi
Last recorded15,661 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Proton Persona Compact68,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN556 XAL
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1995
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 15,661 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 15,661 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 15,661 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 15,661 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 15,990 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 15,665 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 15,663 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 15,661 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 15,661 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 15,661 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 15,661 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 15,661 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 15,661 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 20,510 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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N556 XAL is a 1995 Proton Persona Compact in Orange with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1995 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 68,576 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 N556 XAL, 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 31 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 N556 XAL?

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What year was N556 XAL registered?

N556 XAL is a 1995 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N556 XAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N556 XAL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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