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P368 JYA

1996 Proton Persona Compact

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,047 mi
Last recorded129,047 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Compact70,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP368 JYA
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 129,047 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 121,960 miles

Damage to front plate- still currently readable

Ns door mirror slightly damaged

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 115,380 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 112,609 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2014 109,680 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 109,680 miles

Front number plate deteriorated

Pass 13 May 2013 106,488 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 104,392 miles

SRS light on

Pass 18 May 2011 102,102 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 99,671 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 99,646 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 May 2009 96,089 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 92,578 miles

unable to access boot via hatch,checked through folded rear seat.

Pass 22 May 2007 87,807 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 83,959 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 83,836 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) 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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P368 JYA is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P368 JYA, 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

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What year was P368 JYA registered?

P368 JYA is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 16 August 1996.

Is P368 JYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P368 JYA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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