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P145 XOU

1997 Proton Persona

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,480 mi
Last recorded96,480 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2012
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona70,291 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP145 XOU
MakeProton
ModelPersona
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2012 96,480 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner & outer edges.

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Dec 2012 96,480 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Both front tyres worn on inner & outer edges.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 91,765 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 84,942 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 79,065 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 72,224 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 65,809 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 60,633 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 54,670 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Persona?

Based on 104,196 MOT tests across 16,498 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
4,314
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
16,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 8,679
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,945
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,060
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,490
Stop lamp not working 4,135
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P145 XOU is a 1997 Proton Persona in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Proton Persona models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 70,291 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Persona fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 8,679 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P145 XOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Proton Persona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P145 XOU registered?

P145 XOU is a 1997 Proton Persona, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P145 XOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P145 XOU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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