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P319 UFB

1997 Proton Persona

White Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

206,811 mi
Last recorded206,811 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona70,291 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP319 UFB
MakeProton
ModelPersona
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 206,811 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 May 2013 206,806 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 109,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2012 109,873 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 76,075 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 72,638 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 72,638 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 68,948 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 68,941 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 64,488 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 60,156 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 60,151 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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P319 UFB is a 1997 Proton Persona in White with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 P319 UFB, 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

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What year was P319 UFB registered?

P319 UFB is a 1997 Proton Persona, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P319 UFB safe to buy?

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