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N896 SNV

1996 Proton Persona Compact

Purple Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,663 mi
Last recorded85,663 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2013
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Compact70,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN896 SNV
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2013 85,663 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

front exhaust flex worn

Fail 20 Jun 2013 85,653 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

front exhaust flex worn

Pass 19 Jun 2012 84,210 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Jun 2012 84,187 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 82,176 miles

screw in o/s front tyre

Fail 13 Jun 2011 82,176 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

screw in o/s front tyre

Pass 11 Jun 2010 80,847 miles

Nearside front tyre starting to crack in tread

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 80,841 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Steering column universal joint retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

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

Nearside front tyre starting to crack in tread

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 80,311 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 79,768 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 79,229 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 78,387 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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N896 SNV is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact in Purple with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N896 SNV, 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 N896 SNV registered?

N896 SNV is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N896 SNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N896 SNV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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