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P476 MEH

1996 Proton Persona Compact

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

52,203 mi
Last recorded52,203 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2014
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Compact70,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP476 MEH
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2014 52,203 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

near side rear side window broken

Pass 15 Dec 2014 52,203 miles

near side rear side window broken

Pass 17 Dec 2013 47,732 miles

wipers split at ends

Fail 11 Dec 2013 47,681 miles

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

wipers split at ends

Pass 20 Nov 2012 449,768 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 44,978 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2011 41,465 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2011 41,465 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 38,360 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 38,360 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 34,336 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 29,883 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 26,634 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 26,634 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 18 May 2006 22,509 miles

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

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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P476 MEH is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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

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 P476 MEH, 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 P476 MEH?

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What year was P476 MEH registered?

P476 MEH is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 17 September 1996.

Is P476 MEH safe to buy?

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