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P295 SFE

1996 Proton Persona Compact

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,930 mi
Last recorded94,930 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Compact70,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP295 SFE
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 94,930 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 94,924 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Undertrays/sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2022 94,910 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 94,894 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 94,890 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 94,840 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 94,817 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 94,787 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 94,787 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 94,570 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 94,522 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 94,341 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 94,140 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 93,861 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 93,120 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 92,038 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 89,677 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 87,596 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 87,594 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2006 75,037 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 75,037 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2) DANGEROUS

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

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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P295 SFE is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 70,421 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 P295 SFE, 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 30 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 P295 SFE?

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What year was P295 SFE registered?

P295 SFE is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 29 November 1996.

Is P295 SFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P295 SFE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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