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P115 PMB

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

107,242 mi
Last recorded107,242 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2010
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP115 PMB
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2010 107,242 miles

ALL STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING SOME RUST AND DETERIORATION.

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

METAL BRAKE PIPES ARE SHOWING SOME RUST

O/S/F TYRE WORN DOWN TO 2.5MM

Oil leak

REAR SEAT BELTS ARE A LITTLE SLOW TO RETRACT.

SUSPENSION RUBBERS ARE SHOWING SOME DETERIORATION

N/S/F TYRE WORN DOWN TO 1.6MM

Pass 22 Jul 2008 98,056 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 98,056 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 81,125 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 81,125 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Fail 25 Jul 2006 71,573 miles

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

air bag warning lamp staying on

Pass 25 Jul 2006 71,573 miles

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

air bag warning lamp staying on

Pass 30 Jul 2005 68,087 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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P115 PMB is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P115 PMB, 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 P115 PMB?

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What year was P115 PMB registered?

P115 PMB is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P115 PMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P115 PMB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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