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P52 FRC

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

151,766 mi
Last recorded151,766 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP52 FRC
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2011 151,766 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 3 Dec 2010 138,846 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 128,528 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 128,528 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 116,875 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 102,960 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 881,312 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 21 Dec 2005 74,770 miles

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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P52 FRC is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 64,887 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 P52 FRC, 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 29 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 P52 FRC?

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What year was P52 FRC registered?

P52 FRC is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is P52 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P52 FRC shows 8 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.

Does P52 FRC have outstanding finance?

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