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OAZ 9785

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

93,248 mi
Last recorded93,248 miles
Recorded on29 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAZ 9785
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2009 93,248 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 93,248 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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OAZ 9785 is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 64,887 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 OAZ 9785, 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 29 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 OAZ 9785?

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What year was OAZ 9785 registered?

OAZ 9785 is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is OAZ 9785 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAZ 9785 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OAZ 9785 have outstanding finance?

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