CarVerify

Free Car Check

P181 XOU

1997 Proton Persona

Red Petrol 1597cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

78,476 mi
Last recorded78,476 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2013
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona70,291 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Proton
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP181 XOU
MakeProton
ModelPersona
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2013 78,476 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre is bald at outer edge

nearside rear tyre is worn at inner edge

Pass 28 Dec 2012 73,092 miles

Oil leak

exhaust system corroded

Fail 1 Dec 2012 72,745 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Oil leak

exhaust system corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2011 66,676 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

srs tell tale on

Fail 19 Dec 2011 66,663 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

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

srs tell tale on

Pass 30 Dec 2010 60,012 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear number plate slightly faded

Pass 31 Dec 2009 54,470 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Dec 2009 54,470 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Jun 2009 54,460 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 52,899 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 51,943 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 49,452 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 49,452 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jun 2005 46,243 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
Full Proton Persona reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P181 XOU is a 1997 Proton Persona in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P181 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P181 XOU?

You can check the full history of P181 XOU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P181 XOU registered?

P181 XOU is a 1997 Proton Persona, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P181 XOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P181 XOU shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P181 XOU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P181 XOU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.