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P122 MSJ

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,365 mi
Last recorded32,365 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP122 MSJ
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 32,365 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 32,361 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 31,456 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 29,759 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 28,174 miles

Outer Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 28,174 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Outer Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Jun 2013 25,925 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 25,925 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 23,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 21,673 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 20,004 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 20,004 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 19,717 miles

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

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

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

hand brake to adjust

Pass 28 Jul 2008 19,494 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 19,169 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 18,663 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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P122 MSJ is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 P122 MSJ, 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.

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What year was P122 MSJ registered?

P122 MSJ is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P122 MSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P122 MSJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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