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N772 VVV

1996 Proton Persona Compact

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,262 mi
Last recorded99,262 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2008
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Compact70,421 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN772 VVV
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2008 99,262 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2007 91,356 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 91,270 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 May 2006 80,969 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 80,960 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

1/ VERY BAD ENGINE OIL LEAK 2/ CHIP IN WINDSCREEN

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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N772 VVV is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N772 VVV, 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 N772 VVV registered?

N772 VVV is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 5 March 1996.

Is N772 VVV safe to buy?

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